Also known as Sand Rose · Sunrise Succulent
Anacampseros rufescens is a small, succulent plant with fleshy leaves that range in color from green to reddish-brown, forming dense rosettes. It produces small, star-sha
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Prefers bright, indirect sunlight.
75% intensity
Can tolerate some direct sun, but intense afternoon sun may scorch leaves.
Allow soil to dry out completely between waterings.
25% intensity
Reduce watering significantly in winter.
Well-draining, gritty, sandy
50% intensity
Prefers average room temperatures.
50% intensity
Protect from frost; can tolerate slightly cooler temperatures in winter if kept dry.
Feed during the growing season only.
25% intensity
Use a 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 |
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 for Anacampseros rufescens.
Water thoroughly when dry, but ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogging, especially during cooler months when growth slows.
Pruning is generally minimal and primarily for aesthetic purposes. Remove any dead or damaged leaves by gently pulling them away.
If the plant becomes leggy, you can prune it back to encourage a bushier growth habit, but this is rarely necessary.
Anacampseros rufescens is easily propagated from stem cuttings. Allow cuttings to callous over for a few days before planting in well-draining soil. Alternatively, offsets can be separated and planted.
Both methods are best done in spring or summer.
Repot every 2-3 years or when the pot becomes overcrowded. Use a fast-draining succulent or cactus potting mix. Choose a pot with drainage holes.
Repotting is best done in spring, at the beginning of the active growing season.
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Caryophyllales |
| Family | Anacampserotaceae |
| Genus | Anacampseros |
| Species | Anacampseros rufescens |
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