Trachyandra Adamsonii is a succulent perennial native to South Africa, forming rosettes of fleshy, often twisted leaves. It produces delicate white flowers on slender sta
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright
75% intensity
Prefers full sun to partial shade. Protect from intense afternoon sun in very hot climates.
Infrequent
25% intensity
Allow soil to dry completely between waterings, reduce in winter.
Well-draining
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers average room temperatures (18-24°C) and can tolerate slightly cooler in winter dormancy.
Outdoor, Indoor
50% intensity
Low
25% intensity
Feed with diluted succulent fertilizer once during the growing season.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water sparingly during the growing season (spring and summer), allowing the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Reduce watering significantly in autumn and winter to prevent root rot.
Ensure good drainage to avoid waterlogged conditions, which this succulent cannot tolerate.
Pruning is generally not required for Trachyandra Adamsonii. Remove any dead or dried leaves at the base of the plant to maintain a tidy appearance.
If the plant becomes leggy, you can prune it back to encourage bushier growth.
Propagate Trachyandra Adamsonii by offsets or leaf cuttings. Allow offsets to callus for a few days before planting in well-draining soil.
For leaf cuttings, gently twist off a healthy leaf, let it dry and callus for a few days, then plant it shallowly in succulent soil.
Repot Trachyandra Adamsonii every 2-3 years or when the plant outgrows its current pot. The best time to repot is in spring, at the beginning of the growing season.
Use a well-draining succulent or cactus mix and a pot with drainage holes.
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Asparagales |
| Family | Asphodelaceae |
| Genus | Trachyandra |
| Species | Trachyandra adamsonii |
Similar in genus Trachyandra
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