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Basic Info
Glottiphyllum Longum is commonly known as ‘Tongue-Leaf Plant’. As the plant matures the dominant features will become more appearant; the plants green fleshy leaves that grow in all directions. When the plant produces flowers expect them to be yellow. Making it ideal for any growers who want to have a beautifull colour succulent.
Scientific Classification
Family: Aizoaceae
Subfamily: Ruschioideae
Tribe: Ruschieae
Genus: Glottiphyllum
Care and Propagation Information
Watering
Glottiphyllum Longum ‘Tongue-Leaf Plant’ 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 Tongue-Leaf 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 Glottiphyllum Longum ‘Tongue-Leaf Plant’
This succulent type is a unique one that blooms in the spring. When it blooms, you will enjoy yellow 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
- Can die easily if overwatered see: How to Water Succulent Plants
- Does not handle cold well
- Prefers Zone 9b-11b -3.9°C (25°F)
- Best propagated by cuttings, leaves, offsets or seeds
- Flowers are yellow
Where to Plant
Glottiphyllum Longum ‘Tongue-Leaf Plant’ 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 9b-11b which is around -3.9°C (25°F). If you live in a cold area, it is better to plant Tongue-Leaf 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 Glottiphyllum Longum ‘Tongue-Leaf Plant’
Tongue-Leaf Plant 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 How to Prepare Well-drained Soil for Succulent Plants.
How to Propagate Glottiphyllum Longum ‘Tongue-Leaf Plant’ By Leaves
When propagating Tongue-Leaf Plant 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 Glottiphyllum Longum ‘Tongue-Leaf Plant’ From Cuttings
When propagating Tongue-Leaf Plant 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 Glottiphyllum Longum ‘Tongue-Leaf Plant’ From Offsets
Tongue-Leaf 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 Glottiphyllum Longum ‘Tongue-Leaf Plant’ 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
Glottiphyllum Longum ‘Tongue-Leaf Plant’ is native to South Africa.
