Water
Water sparingly, allowing the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Overwatering is a common cause of rot for Ceropegia species. Reduce watering significantly in cooler months to mimic its dormant period.
Ceropegia achtenii is a succulent vine known for its unique star-shaped flowers, often with intricate patterns. It thrives in bright light and well-draining soil.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, indirect sunlight
75% intensity
Can tolerate some direct morning sun, but avoid intense afternoon sun
Allow soil to dry out completely between waterings
25% intensity
Reduce watering in cooler months
Well-draining
50% intensity
Average room temperatures
50% intensity
Thrives between 18-24°C; can tolerate slightly cooler temperatures in winter
Sparse feeding during growing season
25% intensity
Use diluted balanced liquid fertilizer once in spring/summer
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water sparingly, allowing the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Overwatering is a common cause of rot for Ceropegia species. Reduce watering significantly in cooler months to mimic its dormant period.
Prune to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Remove any dead or leggy stems at any time of year. Pruning can also be done to control size or propagate new plants from cuttings.
Easily propagated from stem cuttings. Allow cuttings to callus for a few days before planting in well-draining soil. Roots form readily in warm conditions with bright, indirect light.
Repot every 2-3 years, or when the plant outgrows its current container. Use a well-draining succulent or cactus mix. 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
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Gentianales |
| Family | Apocynaceae |
| Genus | Ceropegia |
| Species | Ceropegia achtenii |
Similar in genus Ceropegia
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