Water
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid overwatering, as this can lead to root rot. Reduce watering frequency during cooler months or when the plant is dormant.
Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogged conditions.
Dorstenia mannii is a distinctive succulent from East Africa, known for its unique cyathia and unusual, flat, often segmented leaves.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, indirect light
75% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect light. Can tolerate some direct morning sun but avoid harsh afternoon sun.
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings
50% intensity
Prefers to dry out slightly between waterings.
Well-draining, sandy loam
50% intensity
Average room temperatures
50% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 18-24°C. Protect from frost and sudden temperature fluctuations.
Indoor, Outdoor
50% intensity
Moderate feeding during growing season
50% intensity
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength every 4-6 weeks from spring to summer.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid overwatering, as this can lead to root rot. Reduce watering frequency during cooler months or when the plant is dormant.
Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogged conditions.
Prune to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Remove any dead, damaged, or leggy stems. Pruning can be done at any time of year, but is best performed in spring before new growth begins. Use clean, sharp tools.
Easily propagated from stem cuttings. Take 10-15 cm cuttings and remove lower leaves. Allow the cut end to callus for a day or two before inserting into a well-draining potting mix.
Roots typically form within a few weeks.
Repot every 2-3 years or when the plant becomes root-bound. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one. Use a well-draining, gritty potting mix.
Repot in spring before the active growing season commences.
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Rosales |
| Family | Moraceae |
| Genus | Dorstenia |
| Species | Dorstenia mannii |
Similar in genus Dorstenia
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