Cloud African hyacinth (Ledebouria altopaludosa) is a striking succulent with patterned leaves, offering unique visual appeal in terrariums and containers. It prefers bri
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright Indirect
75% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect sunlight. Can tolerate some direct morning sun but avoid harsh afternoon sun which can scorch leaves.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Avoid overwatering, especially in cooler months.
Well-draining
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in typical room temperatures between 18-24°C. Protect from frost and avoid drastic temperature fluctuations.
Outdoor, Indoor
50% intensity
Low
25% intensity
Feed sparingly during the growing season with a diluted balanced fertilizer. Do not fertilize during dormancy.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|
Non-toxic
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. Allow excess water to drain completely to prevent root rot.
Reduce watering significantly during the dormant winter months, only watering enough to keep the bulbs from completely desiccating.
Remove any dead, damaged, or yellowing leaves as they appear to maintain plant health and appearance. No specific pruning is required for shape, but trimming back spent flower stalks can encourage further blooms and prevent seed formation.
Easily propagated from offsets or bulbils. Carefully separate the small bulbs from the mother plant during repotting. Pot them in a well-draining mix and treat them as mature plants, watering sparingly until established.
Repot every 2-3 years or when the bulbs have significantly filled the pot. This is best done in spring before new growth begins.
Use a well-draining potting mix, ideally a succulent or cactus blend, to ensure good aeration.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Cloud African Hyacinth (Ledebouria altopaludosa)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Asparagales |
| Family | Asparagaceae |
| Genus | Ledebouria |
| Species | Ledebouria altopaludosa |
Similar in genus Ledebouria
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