Apteranthes burchardii is a small, succulent perennial native to the Canary Islands, known for its star-shaped flowers and drought tolerance.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, indirect light
75% intensity
Prefers bright light, but protect from intense direct sun which can scorch leaves. Morning sun is ideal.
Infrequent
25% intensity
Allow soil to dry out completely between waterings. Reduce in winter.
Well-draining
50% intensity
Moderate to warm
50% intensity
Prefers temperatures between 18-27°C. Can tolerate slightly cooler temperatures in winter, but protect from frost.
Sparse
25% intensity
Use diluted succulent fertilizer once or twice during the growing season. Do not fertilize in winter.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Apteranthes burchardii prefers infrequent watering, mimicking its arid native habitat. Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Overwatering is a common cause of root rot.
During active growth, water sparingly. In winter, reduce watering significantly to near dormancy.
Pruning is generally not required for Apteranthes burchardii unless specific shaping is desired or damaged/diseased stems are present. If pruning is necessary, use a clean, sharp knife or shears.
Prune at any time, but allow the cuts to callus over before watering to prevent rot.
Propagate Apteranthes burchardii from stem cuttings. Take cuttings of 5-10 cm length and allow them to dry and form a callus for a few days. Plant the callused ends in a well-draining succulent or cactus mix.
Water sparingly after planting.
Repot Apteranthes burchardii every 2-3 years or when it outgrows its pot. Use a well-draining cactus or succulent potting mix. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one.
Repot in spring before the active growing season begins.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Gentianales |
| Family | Apocynaceae |
| Genus | Apteranthes |
| Species | Apteranthes burchardii |
Similar in genus Apteranthes
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