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Basic Info
Arrojadoa Penicillata is perhaps best known for its beautiful shape. As the plant matures you can expect it to reach up to 104 cm (48″) tall. The plant can be hard to propagate by seeds it is also time consuming. When the plant finally floweres you can expect pink floweres.
Scientific Classification
Family: Penicillata
Care and Propagation Information
Watering
Arrojadoa Penicillata 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 Arrojadoa 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 Arrojadoa Penicillata
This succulent type is often found wild in nature for thoes who live in the correct zone for the cactus. When it blooms, you will enjoy pink flowers. It is a nice addition to your outside garden!
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Quick Facts:
- Prefers full sun
- Can be grown outdoor
- Grows 71-104 cm (28-48″) tall
- Can die easily if overwatered see:
- How to Water Succulent Plants Does not handle cold well
- Prefers Zone 10a-11b -1.1 °C (20 F)
- Best propagated by seeds
- Flowers with pink floweres
Where to Plant
Arrojadoa Penicillata 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 10-11 which is around -1.1 °C (20 °F). If you live in a cold area, it is better to plant Arrojadoa in an indoor environment. As long as it gets enough sunlight, the plant will grow happily.
How to Propagate Arrojadoa Penicillata
Arrojadoa can be propagated by seeds. This succulent type does not require repotting often. Of course, the first-time repotting is essential when it is bought from the store.
Like all the other succulent types, a well-drained soil mixture is essential. If you want to know about well-drained soil mixtures, check How to Prepare Well-drained Soil for Succulent Plants.
How to Propagate Arrojadoa Penicillata 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.
