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Basic Info
Baynesia Lophophora is best known to be a oddly shaped succulent. As the plant matures expect it to grow up to 8 cm (3.2″) tall. The succulents main feature is the stem that is light green. When the plant produces flowers expect them to be small growing from the stem and mostly red.
Scientific Classification
Family: Apocynaceae
Subfamily: Asclepiadoideae
Genus: Baynesia
Care and Propagation Information
Watering
Baynesia Lophophora 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 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.
General Care for Baynesia Lophophora
This succulent type is a unique one that blooms in the spring. When it blooms, you will enjoy red 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
- Grows 8 cm (3.2″) tall
- Can die easily if overwatered see: How to Water Succulent Plants
- Does not handle cold well
- Prefers Zone 10b-11b +1.7°C (35°F)
- Best propagated by offsets or seeds
- Flowers are red
Where to Plant
Baynesia Lophophora 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 10b-11b which is around +1.7°C (35°F). If you live in a cold area, it is better to plant 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 (See our guide on how to pick the best plant pot).
How to Propagate Baynesia Lophophora
The plant can be propagated by 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 How to Prepare Well-drained Soil for Succulent Plants.
How to Propagate Baynesia Lophophora From Offsets
The plant 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 Baynesia Lophophora 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
Baynesia Lophophora is native to Namibia.
