PlantFun
Plant Needs
Sunlight
Bright direct to partial sunlight; full sun exposure enhances the red leaf margins, while partial shade prevents leaf scorching in extreme heat.
Watering
Allow the soil to dry completely between waterings to avoid root rot; reduce watering frequency during cool winter months.
Temperature
Thrives in 18–26°C; tolerate brief dips to 10°C but is sensitive to frost and temperatures below 7°C.
Characteristics
- Leaf: Thick, fleshy, rounded paddle-shaped leaves arranged in tight basal rosettes; grey-green with red margins when exposed to full sun.
- Flower: Dense, upright terminal clusters of small, tubular yellow flowers on tall, woody stalks.
- Stem: Short, sturdy woody stem that supports the central leaf rosette and flower stalks.
Care Guide
Watering
Water thoroughly when the top 5 cm of soil is completely dry
Fertilization
Diluted succulent fertilizer applied once monthly. Use a low-nitrogen, high-potassium fertilizer to support healthy leaf growth without promoting leggy stems.
Eggshell powder topdressing：Crush thoroughly dried eggshells into a fine powder; sprinkle a thin layer on the soil surface to add calcium without causing nutrient burn.Pruning
- Trim dead or withered flower stalks at the base after blooming to redirect energy to leaf growth.
- Remove leggy, stretched stems to maintain a compact rosette shape and encourage new offset growth.
- Gently separate offset rosettes from the parent plant in spring for propagation, leaving a small section of stem attached.
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: Toxic; ingestion may cause vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, irregular heartbeat, and muscle tremors.
Humans: Contains bufadienolide cardiac glycosides; ingestion of large amounts may cause mild nausea, vomiting, or abdominal discomfort.
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Ornamental succulent for indoor tabletops, succulent arrangements, and outdoor rock gardens in warm climates.
