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Allow soil to dry out completely between waterings. Water thoroughly when dry, ensuring good drainage to prevent root rot. Reduce watering significantly during winter dormancy to mimic arid conditions.
Trichodiadema aureum is a compact, succulent perennial native to South Africa, forming dense mats of bead-like leaves. It produces bright yellow, daisy-like flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Requires full sun for best growth and flowering. Needs at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily. Protect from intense afternoon sun in very hot climates.
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Allow soil to dry out completely between waterings. Water thoroughly when dry, ensuring good drainage to prevent root rot. Reduce watering significantly during winter dormancy.
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Well-draining, sandy, gritty
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Prefers warm temperatures during the growing season. Can tolerate moderate heat. Protect from frost; bring indoors if temperatures drop below 10°C.
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Feed sparingly during the growing season with a balanced, diluted liquid fertilizer. Avoid fertilizing during dormancy.
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Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Allow soil to dry out completely between waterings. Water thoroughly when dry, ensuring good drainage to prevent root rot. Reduce watering significantly during winter dormancy to mimic arid conditions.
Prune to maintain shape and remove any dead or damaged stems. Light pruning can also encourage bushier growth. Best done after flowering to avoid removing developing buds.
Propagate from stem cuttings taken in spring or early summer. Allow cuttings to callous over for a few days before planting in well-draining soil. Rooting may take several weeks.
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 active growth begins.
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Caryophyllales |
| Family | Aizoaceae |
| Genus | Trichodiadema |
| Species | Trichodiadema aureum |
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