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Basic Info
Aptenia Cordifolia is commonly known as the ‘Baby Sun Rose’. As the plant matures expect it to reach up to 60 cm (24″) long. The plants best feature are the fleshy light green leaves that grow around the plants stem. When the plant produces flowers expect them to be pink.
Scientific Classification
Family: Aizoaceae
Subfamily: Mesembryanthemoideae
Genus: Aptenia
Care and Propagation Information
Watering
Aptenia Cordifolia ‘Baby Sun Rose’ can be quite beautiful when it is well-taken care of. This succulent type needs typical watering as the other succulents. The watering method is very important to keep your Baby Sun Rose 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.
General Care for Aptenia Cordifolia ‘Baby Sun Rose’
This succulent type is a unique one that blooms in the spring. When it blooms, you will enjoy pink flowers. It is a nice addition to your collection of plants especially if you have it displayed in a beautiful pot.
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Quick Facts:
- Prefers full sun
- Can be grown outdoor
- Prefers Zone 8a-10b -12.2°C (10°F)
- Can die easily if overwatered see: How to Water Succulent Plants
- Grows 60 cm (24″) tall
- Best propagated by cuttings, leaves, offsets or seeds
- Flowers are pink
- Does not handle cold well
Where to Plant
Aptenia Cordifolia ‘Baby Sun Rose’ succulents need strong light. When planting this succulent type in a garden, make sure it gets sunlight. Full to partial sun is the best for its growth. It is better to grow outdoor rather than indoor.
This type of succulent prefers a warm climate. It can survive at zone 8a-10b which is around -12.2°C (10°F). If you live in a cold area, it is better to plant Baby Sun Rose in an indoor environment. As long as it gets enough sunlight, the plant will grow happily.
When selecting what pot to use be sure that you understand the difference between the material used
How to Propagate Aptenia Cordifolia ‘Baby Sun Rose’
Baby Sun Rose can be propagated by cuttings, leaves, offsets or seeds. This succulent type does not require repotting often. Of course, the first-time repotting is essential when it is bought from the store.
You can learn all about How To Repot Succulents in our guide.
Like all the other succulent types, a well-drained soil mixture is essential. If you want to know about well-drained soil mixtures, check out our guide beneeth.
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How to Propagate Aptenia Cordifolia ‘Baby Sun Rose’ By Leaves
When propagating Baby Sun Rose with leaves. (Learn How to Propagate Succulents in detail here.) You should get a leave carefully from the mother plant. It should be a healthy leave that has no part left on the stem. In this way, the propagation will work. Before replanting, wait for a few days to allow it to callous. Use well-draining soil for your new succulent plant. Don’t forget to water when the soil dries out.
How to Propagate Aptenia Cordifolia ‘Baby Sun Rose’ From Cuttings
When propagating Baby Sun Rose from cuttings, cut a leaf from the mother plant carefully with a clean knife or scissors. Before replanting, wait for a few days to allow it to callous. Use well-draining soil for your new succulent plant. Don’t forget to water when the soil dries out.
How to Propagate Aptenia Cordifolia ‘Baby Sun Rose’ From Offsets
Baby Sun Rose propagates from offsets. To be able to propagate from the mother plant, you might wait several years for the main plant to produce an offset. To start this process, use a sharp knife and remove an offset from the main plant. When you remove the offset, clean the extra soil from it. Before replanting, wait for a few days to allow it to callous. Use well-draining soil for your new succulent plant. Don’t forget to water when the soil dries out.
How to Propagate Aptenia Cordifolia ‘Baby Sun Rose’ Using Seeds
This succulent type is a slow grower so even if it can be propagated by its seeds, this method is not recommended. To propagate from the seeds, plant the seeds in a well-draining soil mixture. This method can be used outdoors. In cooler areas, indoor propagating is recommended.
Origin and Habitat
Aptenia Cordifolia ‘Baby Sun Rose’ is native to South Africa (KwaZulu-Natal and Eastern Cape).
