Aeonium urbicum
Aeonium
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Aeonium (Aeonium urbicum) - Description
Aeonium urbicum is a species of plant in the Crassulaceae family. It is endemic to Tenerife, one of the Canary Islands. Until 1999, it was also considered a resident of La Gomera, another Canary Island, but that year the populations on that island were considered a new species and named Aeonium appendiculatum. A. urbicum was also divided into varieties, var. urbicum and var. meridionale.
Aeonium (Aeonium urbicum) - Blooming
Blooms abundant star-shaped flowers, borne from the center of the leaf rosettes.
Aeonium (Aeonium urbicum) - 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 urbicum) - 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 urbicum) - 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 urbicum) - 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 urbicum) - 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.
