Calico Hearts
Scientific Name: Adromischus trigynus C.A. Sm.
Synonym: Adromischus rupicolus, Adromischus umbraticola, Cotyledon rhombifolia var. spathulata , Cotyledon trigyna
Family: Crassulaceae
USDA: 10-11
Frost Tolerance: Hardy to 30°F (-1°C)
Sun Exposure: Light shade
Origin: South Africa (Mpumalanga to great Namaqualand), southern Africa
Growth Habits: Dwarf succulent, up to 4 inches tall (10 cm)
Watering Needs: Moderate water in summer, little to no water in winter
Propagation: Seeds, lateral shoots, leaf cuttings
The plant sold as Adromischus rupicola seems to be a slightly more spotted form of the plant sold as A. trigynus.
Blooming Habits:
Purplish brown flowers on a 16 inches tall inflorescence (40 cm) or more.
Culture:
Check for mealybugs.
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