Also known as Canarian Aeonium · Dwarf Aeonium · La Gomera Aeonium
Aeonium sedifolium, a small succulent from the Canary Islands, features rosettes of green to reddish-brown leaves with tiny, hair-like structures.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, indirect sunlight
75% intensity
Protect from intense afternoon sun
Allow soil to dry out between waterings
50% intensity
Reduce watering in winter
Well-draining, Gritty, Sandy
50% intensity
Prefers moderate temperatures
50% intensity
Avoid frost and extreme heat
Infrequent feeding
25% intensity
Diluted succulent fertilizer during growing season
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water Aeonium sedifolium thoroughly when the soil is completely dry. Reduce watering significantly during winter dormancy to prevent root rot. Allow the soil to dry out between waterings, especially in warmer months.
Overwatering is the most common cause of issues.
Prune Aeonium sedifolium to maintain its shape, remove dead or damaged leaves, and encourage bushier growth. You can also prune to propagate new plants.
Use clean, sharp tools and allow cuts to callus over before watering to prevent rot.
Propagate Aeonium sedifolium from stem cuttings or leaf cuttings. Allow cuttings to callus for a few days before planting in well-draining soil. Roots typically form within a few weeks.
Propagation is best done in spring or early summer.
Repot Aeonium sedifolium every 1-2 years, or when it outgrows its pot. Use a well-draining succulent or cactus mix. Repot in spring before the active growing season begins.
Ensure the new pot has drainage holes to prevent waterlogging.
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Where Aeonium Sedifolium (Aeonium sedifolium) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Saxifragales |
| Family | Crassulaceae |
| Genus | Aeonium |
| Species | Aeonium sedifolium |
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