Water
Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings. In its natural arid habitat, Faucaria subintegra experiences long dry periods. Overwatering is the most common cause of root rot.
Reduce watering significantly during winter dormancy.
Faucaria subintegra is a small, stemless succulent with fleshy, triangular leaves that form rosettes. It produces bright yellow flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Prefers bright, indirect sunlight.
75% intensity
Can tolerate some direct sun, but avoid intense afternoon heat which can scorch leaves.
Allow soil to dry out completely between waterings.
25% intensity
Reduce watering in winter.
Well-draining succulent or cactus mix
50% intensity
Prefers warm temperatures during the growing season.
50% intensity
Can tolerate cooler temperatures in winter dormancy, but protect from frost.
Fertilize sparingly during the growing season.
25% intensity
Use a diluted succulent fertilizer; cease fertilizing 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
Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings. In its natural arid habitat, Faucaria subintegra experiences long dry periods. Overwatering is the most common cause of root rot.
Reduce watering significantly during winter dormancy.
Pruning is generally not required for Faucaria subintegra. Remove any dead or decaying leaves to maintain plant health and appearance. This also helps prevent potential pest or disease issues.
Propagate Faucaria subintegra through offsets or leaf cuttings. Offsets can be gently separated from the parent plant during repotting.
Leaf cuttings should be allowed to callus for a few days before planting in well-draining soil.
Repot Faucaria subintegra every 2-3 years, or when the plant outgrows its current container. Use a well-draining succulent or cactus potting mix. Repotting is best done in spring before the active growing season begins.
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Caryophyllales |
| Family | Aizoaceae |
| Genus | Faucaria |
| Species | Faucaria subintegra |
Similar in genus Faucaria
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