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Faucaria bosscheana (Faucaria bosscheana)

Faucaria bosscheana is a small, stemless succulent with triangular, fleshy leaves that have prominent teeth along the margins. It produces bright yellow flowers.

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Sunlight

Bright, indirect light is ideal. Protect from intense sun.

Watering

Allow soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce in winter.

Soil

Requires a well-draining soil mix, such as a cactus or succulent potting mix, with good aeration to prevent root rot.

Temperature

Prefers warm temperatures during growth and cooler during dormancy.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed sparingly during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Bright, indirect light is ideal. Protect from intense sun.

Can tolerate some direct sun.

Water

Allow soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce in winter.

Water thoroughly when dry.

Soil

Requires a well-draining soil mix, such as a cactus or succulent potting mix, with good aeration to prevent root rot.

Temperature

Prefers warm temperatures during growth and cooler during dormancy.

Ideal: 15-25°C, Dormant: 5-10°C

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed sparingly during the growing season.

Use diluted succulent fertilizer.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Succulent

Plant Category

Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Pot, Garden

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

5-10 cm

Spread

10-20 cm

Growth Rate

Slow

Dormancy

Winter

Leaf Color

Green, Gray-green

Leaf Type

Fleshy, triangular

Flower Size

3-4 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

75000

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Synonyms
Faucaria albidens N.E.Br.
Faucaria haagei Tischer
Faucaria kendrewensis L.Bolus
Faucaria paucidens N.E.Br.
Faucaria peersii L.Bolus
Mesembryanthemum bosscheanum A.Berger
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderCaryophyllales
  • familyAizoaceae
  • genusFaucaria
  • speciesFaucaria bosscheana
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

No

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