Aeonium canariense

Aeonium

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Common Name:

Aeonium

Plant Type:

Flower color:

Yellow

Foliage color:

Green

Sun (From 0 to 5):

3

Water (From 0 to 5):

2

Maximum temperature:

25°C

Minimum temperature:

10°C

Aeonium (Aeonium canariense) - Description

Aeonium canariense is a species of Aeonium, one of the few aeoniums with hairs all over the thick leaves. It tends to grow along the ground but the flowers stand up very tall.

Aeonium (Aeonium canariense) - Blooming

Blooms abundant star-shaped flowers, borne from the center of the leaf rosettes.

Aeonium (Aeonium canariense) - Growth

Grows best with partial shade, or filtered light. Megaloniums grow actively in winter, particulary in warm regions. In areas where temperatures fall under 50ºF (10ºC), raise plants indoors as houseplants, or in a cool or temperate greenhouse. In warmer regions, Aeonium works great in a border.

Aeonium (Aeonium canariense) - Planting

In spring, sow seeds at 66-75ºF (19-24ºC). Can also propagate from rosette cuttings. Take cuttings in early summer, but wait until the calluses have formed before inserting into soil (sandy cactus cutting mix is preferred).

Aeonium (Aeonium canariense) - Pest

Prone to aphids, particularly while flowering. Mealybugs cause problems in fall and winter. Fungal rots and spots tend to occur during propagation.

Aeonium (Aeonium canariense) - Interesting facts

There are around 30 known species in the genus Aeonium, native to hillsides in Madeira, the Canary Islands, Cape Verde Islands, N. Africa, and the Mediterranean.

Aeonium (Aeonium canariense) - Soil and irrigation

Does best in moderately fertile, well-drained soil. Standard cactus potting mixes work fine for indoor plants. Water freely during the growing season. The soil mix should be allowed to dry out almost completely between waterings. Keep dry during dormancy.