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Basic Info
The Anacampseros Rufescens is best known to be a beautiful looking succulent. As the plant matures you can expect it to reach up to around 61 cm (24″) tall and about the same in diameter. The main feature of the succulent are the green leaves that change colour when stressed correctly.
Scientific Classification
Family: Anacampserotaceae
Genus: Anacampseros
Care and Propagation Information
Watering
Anacampseros can be quite beautiful when it is well-taken care off. This succulent type needs typical watering as the other succulents. The watering method is very important to keep your plant healthy. It should not sit on the water, and an excess amount of water should be avoided. The best way of watering is soak and dry method this succulent. Yet, the succulent should be controlled to avoid overwatering.
Quick Facts:
- Prefers sun to shades
- Can be grown indoors if given enough light
- Typical water needs for a succulent
- Becomes 61 cm (24″) tall
- Plant-wide is 61 cm (24″)
- Zone 9a (Minimum -7° C (20°F)
- Does not handle cold well
- Best propagated by steam or cuttings
- Known to be toxic for some animals and people
- Growth time is: Spring and Fall
General Care for Adromischus Anacampseros rufescens
The plant is most easily propagated by seeds, offsets or cuttings, allowing you to keep the plant for years. Anacampseros
Where to Plant
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Ideally, you will want to plant Anacampseros
How to Propagate Anacampseros rufescens
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Cuttings
The best way to grow The Anacampseros rufescens from cuttings is by using either sterile scissors or a sharp knife. Start by removing the stem from the core of the plant, let the plant sit and harden for a few days. Once that is done, place the stem in well-draining soil, only water the plant if the soil has been dried out.
Origin and Habitat
The Anacampseros
Offsets
The Anacampseros rufescens regularly produces small offsets that can be found sprouting from the core of the plant. Ideally, you want to pull those away, let it sit for a few days, then place in well-draining soil. Follow the watering tip mentioned above.
Seeds
When growing The Anacampseros rufescens from seeds, make sure that the temperature is around 19 to 24 ° C or 66 to 75° F. Ideally this is done during the summer or by using grow lights. The seeds should then be placed in well-draining soil, and only watered once the soil is completely dry.
