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Withering Neatfig (Hartmanthus pergamentaceus)

Withering Neatfig (Hartmanthus pergamentaceus) is a small, slow-growing succulent native to South Africa, known for its unique, fleshy leaves and occasional small, star-shaped flowers.

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Sunlight

Bright, indirect light is ideal.

Watering

Allow soil to dry out between waterings.

Soil

Requires a well-draining succulent or cactus mix. A gritty, sandy compost is ideal to prevent waterlogging.

Temperature

Prefers average room temperatures.

Habitat

House Plant, Indoor

Fertilizer

Feed sparingly during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Bright, indirect light is ideal.

Protect from intense afternoon sun.

Water

Allow soil to dry out between waterings.

Reduce watering in winter.

Soil

Requires a well-draining succulent or cactus mix. A gritty, sandy compost is ideal to prevent waterlogging.

Temperature

Prefers average room temperatures.

Avoid frost.

Habitat

House Plant, Indoor

Fertilizer

Feed sparingly during the growing season.

Use diluted succulent fertilizer.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Succulent

Plant Category

Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Pot

Plant Environment

House Plant, Indoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.1-0.2 m

Spread

0.2-0.3 m

Growth Rate

Slow

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green, Gray

Leaf Type

Fleshy

Flower Size

1-1.5 cm

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Synonyms
Delosperma pergamentaceum L.Bolus
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderCaryophyllales
  • familyAizoaceae
  • genusHartmanthus
  • speciesHartmanthus pergamentaceus
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

Rating: 0/5

Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

No

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