Also known as Calico Hearts · Club-Adromischus · Plover Eggs
Adromischus cooperi is a small, slow-growing succulent with distinctive cylindrical leaves, native to South Africa. Ideal for rock gardens and containers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright
75% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect light. Can tolerate some direct sun, but intense midday sun may scorch leaves.
Infrequent
25% intensity
Allow soil to dry out completely between waterings.
Well-drained, gritty, sandy
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers average room temperatures (18-24°C). Can tolerate slightly cooler temperatures in winter dormancy (around 10-15°C).
Sparse
25% intensity
Feed sparingly during the growing season with diluted succulent fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Overwatering is the most common cause of rot in Adromischus species. Water sparingly during the winter dormant period.
Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogged roots, which can quickly lead to fungal issues.
Pruning is generally not required for Adromischus cooperi. Remove any dead or damaged leaves as they appear. If the plant becomes leggy, you can prune it back to encourage bushier growth.
Pruned sections can be used for propagation.
Adromischus cooperi is easily propagated from leaf or stem cuttings. Allow cuttings to callus over for a few days before planting them in well-draining succulent mix.
They will root readily in warm conditions with bright, indirect light. Water sparingly until established.
Repot every 2-3 years, or when the plant has outgrown its container. Use a well-draining succulent or cactus mix. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the root ball.
Repotting is best done in spring before the active growing season begins.
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Saxifragales |
| Family | Crassulaceae |
| Genus | Adromischus |
| Species | Adromischus cooperi |
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