Water
Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Raphionacme vignei is drought-tolerant and prone to root rot if overwatered.
Water sparingly during its dormant period in cooler months, ensuring the soil remains dry.
Raphionacme vignei is a fascinating succulent with a tuberous root and starry white flowers. It requires well-drained soil and bright light for optimal growth.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright indirect light
75% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect sunlight. Protect from intense, direct midday sun, which can scorch the leaves.
Infrequent
25% intensity
Allow soil to dry out completely between waterings. Reduce watering significantly in winter.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate to warm
50% intensity
Prefers temperatures between 18-27°C during the growing season. Can tolerate cooler temperatures in winter dormancy, but avoid frost.
Infrequent
25% intensity
Feed with a diluted balanced fertilizer only during the spring and summer growing season. Do not fertilize in fall or winter.
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. Raphionacme vignei is drought-tolerant and prone to root rot if overwatered.
Water sparingly during its dormant period in cooler months, ensuring the soil remains dry.
Pruning is generally minimal for Raphionacme vignei. Remove any dead or damaged stems as needed to maintain shape and health.
Pruning can be done at any time, but is best avoided during active growth to prevent stressing the plant.
Propagate by seed sown in well-draining soil mix in spring. Cuttings can also be taken from stem tips during the growing season. Allow cuttings to callus for a few days before planting in dry, sandy soil.
Repot every 2-3 years, or when the plant becomes root-bound. Use a gritty, well-draining potting mix. Repotting is best done in spring before new growth begins, as the plant prefers to be slightly pot-bound.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Where Raphionacme Vignei (Raphionacme vignei) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Gentianales |
| Family | Apocynaceae |
| Genus | Raphionacme |
| Species | Raphionacme vignei |
Similar in genus Raphionacme
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