Caralluma turneri
50.00€
Art. 60173
Available: 1
Size:
Pot: 7x7 cm.
Family:
Asclepiadaceae
Origin:
Ethiopia, Kenya, Uganda
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Description:
This wonderful succulent specimen is native to some areas of Africa such as Ethiopia, Kenya and Uganda; in its natural habitat it has adapted for survival in a climate which is arid with long periods of drought. It has long stems with 4 vertical ribs, each consisting of pointed protruding tubercles with a greyish-green or brown skin. The leaves of this fat plant are very small, green and tend to detach easily from the stem. Caralluma turneri is a very appreciated species for its inflorescences with a particular shape: its flowers have cylindrical petals with hanging bearing; they are white with reddish streaks that form a strong contrast.
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We need 2-3 business days to prepare your plants. As soon as we have shipped your order, you will receive an email with the data to track the shipment. Delivery times with express courier are 24/48 hours, for the islands - an extra day is expected.
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We need 2-3 business days to prepare your plants. As soon as we have shipped your order, you will receive an email with the data to track the shipment. Delivery times with express courier are 24/48 hours, for the islands - an extra day is expected.
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Plant care:
It requires a lot of light throughout the year, however, avoid direct sunlight especially during the hottest hours of the day.
It is preferable to keep it at mild temperatures and never below 8 °C, for this reason it is recommended to shelter it during the winter period.
Water moderately only when the soil is completely dry. It is enough to water the plant once a week in spring and summer, once every two months in autumn and winter.
A well draining soil is an optimal solution, for example formed by a mix of peat and pumice so that water does not stagnate.
They do not need frequent fertilization, it is sufficient to dilute the fertilizer with watering once a year.
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