Info from www.succulents.us "The genus Titanopsis is part of the family Aizoaceae (synonymous with Mesembryanthemaceae), which also includes the various forms of plants known as "Ice Plants" and those known as "Mimicry Plants". Titanopsis calcareum, native to South Africa, forms rosettes to 3" in diameter with semi-flattened paddle-shaped leaves densely covered with grayish-green tubercles. Tips of leaves are very warty in appearance. In its native habitat, often grows in rocky quartz fields in soils with high limestoe content. Titanopsis calcareum is one of the plants considered "Mimicry Plants", and is nearly undectable in its native habitat due to its cryptic coloring and rough texture that effectively mimics rocks and the surrounding environment. Light yellow daisy-like flowers with many petals. Requires porous soil with excellent drainage. Bright light. Water thoroughly when soil is dry to the touch, but allow to dry out between waterings. Some frost tolerance, but it is advisable to protect from frost to prevent possible scarring."
I have transplanted this from the original pot and used a mix of turface and granite grit. I've watered it just once in the last 6 weeks. And I have it in strong afternoon sunlight. It seems to be doing well so far. My initial concerns were that this type of plant was super sensitive to watering - just like Lithops - but so far, I've been watching it to see if it wrinkles when it needs water. My fingers are crossed!!!!
Thursday, September 1, 2016
Titanopsis calcareum
Sorry if this is a repeat post with this as an initial purchase, but I took a picture yesterday and thought I should post. I bought this plant at the Halawa Xeriscape Plant Sale and Show.
Info from www.succulents.us "The genus Titanopsis is part of the family Aizoaceae (synonymous with Mesembryanthemaceae), which also includes the various forms of plants known as "Ice Plants" and those known as "Mimicry Plants". Titanopsis calcareum, native to South Africa, forms rosettes to 3" in diameter with semi-flattened paddle-shaped leaves densely covered with grayish-green tubercles. Tips of leaves are very warty in appearance. In its native habitat, often grows in rocky quartz fields in soils with high limestoe content. Titanopsis calcareum is one of the plants considered "Mimicry Plants", and is nearly undectable in its native habitat due to its cryptic coloring and rough texture that effectively mimics rocks and the surrounding environment. Light yellow daisy-like flowers with many petals. Requires porous soil with excellent drainage. Bright light. Water thoroughly when soil is dry to the touch, but allow to dry out between waterings. Some frost tolerance, but it is advisable to protect from frost to prevent possible scarring."
I have transplanted this from the original pot and used a mix of turface and granite grit. I've watered it just once in the last 6 weeks. And I have it in strong afternoon sunlight. It seems to be doing well so far. My initial concerns were that this type of plant was super sensitive to watering - just like Lithops - but so far, I've been watching it to see if it wrinkles when it needs water. My fingers are crossed!!!!
Info from www.succulents.us "The genus Titanopsis is part of the family Aizoaceae (synonymous with Mesembryanthemaceae), which also includes the various forms of plants known as "Ice Plants" and those known as "Mimicry Plants". Titanopsis calcareum, native to South Africa, forms rosettes to 3" in diameter with semi-flattened paddle-shaped leaves densely covered with grayish-green tubercles. Tips of leaves are very warty in appearance. In its native habitat, often grows in rocky quartz fields in soils with high limestoe content. Titanopsis calcareum is one of the plants considered "Mimicry Plants", and is nearly undectable in its native habitat due to its cryptic coloring and rough texture that effectively mimics rocks and the surrounding environment. Light yellow daisy-like flowers with many petals. Requires porous soil with excellent drainage. Bright light. Water thoroughly when soil is dry to the touch, but allow to dry out between waterings. Some frost tolerance, but it is advisable to protect from frost to prevent possible scarring."
I have transplanted this from the original pot and used a mix of turface and granite grit. I've watered it just once in the last 6 weeks. And I have it in strong afternoon sunlight. It seems to be doing well so far. My initial concerns were that this type of plant was super sensitive to watering - just like Lithops - but so far, I've been watching it to see if it wrinkles when it needs water. My fingers are crossed!!!!
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