Water
Water sparingly, allowing the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Overwatering is the most common cause of rot. Reduce watering significantly during winter dormancy to prevent root rot.
Also known as Tongue-Leaf Ice Plant
Glottiphyllum linguiforme, the Loquacious Tonguefig, is a small, succulent plant with fleshy, tongue-shaped leaves, native to South Africa.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, indirect light
75% intensity
Can tolerate some direct sun, but avoid intense midday heat
Allow soil to dry completely between waterings
25% intensity
Reduce significantly in winter
Well-drained, sandy, gritty
50% intensity
Average room temperatures
50% intensity
Tolerates heat well, protect from frost
Outdoor
50% intensity
Infrequent, diluted
25% intensity
Fertilize only during the growing season
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water sparingly, allowing the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Overwatering is the most common cause of rot. Reduce watering significantly during winter dormancy to prevent root rot.
Pruning is generally not required for Glottiphyllum linguiforme. If any leaves become damaged or discolored, they can be carefully removed at the base using a clean knife or scissors.
This helps maintain the plant's tidy appearance.
Propagate by leaf cuttings or offsets. Allow cuttings or offsets to callus over for a few days before planting in well-draining soil. Keep slightly moist until roots form, then treat as an adult plant.
Repot every 2-3 years or when the plant outgrows its container. Use a gritty, well-draining soil mix. Repot in spring, before the active growing season begins. Ensure the new pot has drainage holes.
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Where Loquacious Tonguefig (Glottiphyllum linguiforme) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Caryophyllales |
| Family | Aizoaceae |
| Genus | Glottiphyllum |
| Species | Glottiphyllum linguiforme |
Similar in genus Glottiphyllum
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