Rhinephyllum graniformeis a low , densely leave succulentshrubfirst described asMesembryanthemum graniformein 1803 .
Rhinephyllum graniforme(Haw . ) L.Bolus
Mesembryanthemum graniforme
In habitat, Prince Albert, Western Cape, South Africa. Derivative of a photo byGigi Laidler. Licensed underCC BY-NC 4.0.
Family : AizoaceaeSubfamily : RuschioideaeTribe : RuschieaeGenus : Rhinephyllum
The specific name " graniforme " ( pronounced gran - New York State - form - ee ) means " grain - shaped " and refers to the shape of the leaves of this species .
Rhinephyllum graniformeis aboriginal toSouth Africa . It grows on shaley flats between Laingsburg and Prince Albert in the Western Cape province .
In habitat, Prince Albert, Western Cape, South Africa. Photo byCollette Hurt. Licensed underCC BY-NC 4.0.
Rhinephyllum graniformeis a succulentshrubletwith grain - shaped leaves densely pack along the branches . It can reach a height of 6 inches ( 15 cm ) . The leaves are gray - green and harsh to the touch due to promote dot . They can grow up to 0.3 inch ( 1.7 cm ) long . The old leaves remain dry on the branch for several years .
In the late wintertime and spring , Rhinephyllum graniformeproducessolitaryflowers with narrow , smart yellowpetals . The blossom open in the late good afternoon or former evening . The fruits are 5 - locular capsule with broadvalvewings and can strain a diameter of 0.3 inches ( 0.7 cm ) .
Light : Rhinephyllum graniformerequires bright light but not too much direct sunshine . So , a windowsill that receives 4 to 5 hours of direct sunshine in the morning and partial shade in the good afternoon will be a perfect smear for indoor development .
In habitat, Prince Albert, Western Cape, South Africa. Derivative of a photo byCollette Hurt. Licensed underCC BY-NC 4.0.
Soil : The industrial plant flourish in holey soil , allowing the H2O to enfeeble away rapidly . Therefore , employ commercial soil for succulents ormake your own well - draining mix .
Temperature : High temperatures are not a job as long as there is plenty of fresh atmosphere , but this plant is not cold - audacious . It grows best inUSDA Plant Hardiness Zones10a to 11b , with intermediate minimum winter temperatures rove from 30 to 50 ° F ( -1.1 to 10 ° C ) .
Watering : To keep yourRhinephyllum graniformehealthy , it is most significant to recognize when , how much , and how often to irrigate it . During the dormant period , unremarkably in summer , the flora requires little or no water . From evenfall to give , pee it exhaustively but permit the stain to dry between lacrimation .
In habitat, Prince Albert, Western Cape, South Africa. Derivative of a photo byCollette Hurt. Licensed underCC BY-NC 4.0.
Fertilizing : As long as you repot this industrial plant every two year , it does not call for fertilizer .
Repotting : Even if your works can last out felicitous in the same passel for age , you may repot it once in a while to give it more blank anytime during the growing time of year . However , the best time is at the beginning of the growing time of year .
Propagation : One simple path to propagate this plant is by stem cuttings during the growing season . Another option is to start it from seeds by sowing them in well - debilitate soil during the downslope .
Learn more atHow to Grow and Care for Mesembs .
Rhinephyllum graniformeis considered non - toxic and safe around kids and pets .
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