Water
Water thoroughly when the soil is dry to the touch. Reduce watering significantly during the cooler, dormant winter months to prevent root rot.
Ensure good drainage to avoid waterlogged conditions, which this succulent dislikes.
Astridia citrina, the Yellow Sicklefig, is a succulent with triangular, toothed leaves. It produces bright yellow, daisy-like flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, indirect sunlight.
75% intensity
Can tolerate some direct sun but may scorch in intense afternoon heat.
Allow soil to dry out between waterings.
25% intensity
Reduce watering in winter.
Well-draining, sandy or gritty soil
50% intensity
Prefers warm temperatures.
50% intensity
Avoid frost and prolonged exposure to temperatures below 10°C.
Light feeding during growing season.
25% intensity
Use a diluted succulent fertilizer. Do not fertilize in winter.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water thoroughly when the soil is dry to the touch. Reduce watering significantly during the cooler, dormant winter months to prevent root rot.
Ensure good drainage to avoid waterlogged conditions, which this succulent dislikes.
Prune to maintain shape or remove dead or damaged growth. Use clean, sharp tools. Pruning can be done anytime, but it's best to avoid heavy pruning during extreme heat or cold. This also encourages branching.
Propagate primarily through stem cuttings or leaf cuttings. Allow cuttings to callous over for a few days before planting in well-draining soil. Roots typically form within a few weeks.
Repot every 2-3 years or when the plant outgrows its container. Use a well-draining potting mix formulated for succulents. Repotting is best done 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
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Caryophyllales |
| Family | Aizoaceae |
| Genus | Astridia |
| Species | Astridia citrina |
Similar in genus Astridia
Answers based on plant encyclopedia data