Curio sulcicalyx(N.E.Br . ) P.V.Heath
Senecio sulcicalyx
family line : AsteraceaeSubfamily : AsteroideaeTribe : SenecioneaeSubtribe : SenecioninaeGenus : Curio
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The specific name " sulcicalyx(pronounced sul - see - KAL - iks ) " means " with a grooved calyx " and refers to the well-grooved calyx of the flower heads .
Curio sulcicalyxis native toNamibiaandSouth Africa .
Curio sulcicalyx , formerly known asSenecio sulcicalyx , is an interesting low succulent with underground tuberous roots , light branches , and thick , heavy leave . It can raise up to 4 column inch ( 10 cm ) tall and spreads by rootstalk . The subdivision can reach up to 2 inch ( 5 cm ) in length . The leaves are green with dark-skinned longitudinal bloodline , sometimes with short milklike hairs , measure up to 1 column inch ( 2.5 cm ) long and 0.5 inches ( 1.3 curium ) in diameter .
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The flower heads are usually ashen to mauve , sometimes yellow-bellied , and appear in give .
Inner Light : KeepCurioplants in partial shade if outside , which is their preference in summertime , and bright sunlight if indoors . They will grow in full shade but will become lank and leggy .
land : These plants preferwell - draining land . For growingCurioindoors , using a container with at least one drainage hole at the bottom is essential .
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Hardiness : Curio sulcicalyxcan withstand temperatures as low as 25 to 50 ° F ( -3.9 to 10 ° C),USDA hardiness zones9b to 11b .
lachrymation : Curioplants are drought tolerant , but the soil should never be left ironical for too long . They call for some weewee during the growing season , but be heedful not to leave the dirt squiffy for prolonged periods .
fertilise : The appendage of this genus can take a bit more plant food than other succulent if you require them to grow fast .
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Repotting : You do not require to repotCurioplants often . you may do it when the container becomes too small or shallow .
Propagation : These plant can be grow from seeds or cuttings .
Learn more atHow to arise and Care for Curio .
Curioplants are toxic . originate them with dandy fear if you have children , pet , or farm animal .
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