Psammophora modestais know locally as " gomvy , " which means " gum tree fig " in Afrikaans .
Psammophora modesta(Dinter & Berger ) Dinter & Schwantes
Mesembryanthemum modestum
In cultivation, South East England, United Kingdom. Derivative of a photo by Alain Sutton viaSucculent Sundae.
Family : AizoaceaeSubfamily : RuschioideaeTribe : RuschieaeGenus : Psammophora
The specific name " modesta(pronounced mo - DES - tuh ) " means " restrained , modest " and presumably refers to the culms of intermediate height .
Psammophora modestais native toSouth AfricaandNamibia . It mature on gravel or sand - filled pockets in the uttermost northwestward of the Richtersveld and along the southerly Namibian slide .
In cultivation, South East England, United Kingdom. Derivative of a photo by Alain Sutton viaSucculent Sundae.
Psammophora modestais a succulentshrubletwith reddish , decumbentbranches and fleshy , green leaf with a rough appearance . It can reach a height of up to 6 inches ( 15 centimetre ) . Typically , the leaf are triangular in crossbreed - discussion section , sometimes cylindric , and have indicate top . They can rise up to 1.6 inches ( 4 cm ) long , 0.4 in ( 1 centimetre ) wide , and 0.3 inches ( 0.8 centimeter ) thick . The new leafage are viscous , and in the aboriginal habitat of the plant , they often appear brown from their sandy covers .
From recent fall to midwinter , Psammophora modestaproducessolitaryflowers on short stalks . The flowers can reach up to 1 inch ( 2.5 centimeter ) in diameter and have narrow , pale pink to magentapetalsand a dense cluster of whitestamensin the center . Bellow petals are five glutinous , unequalsepals . The fruits are capsules with 4 to 9 locules .
Light : Psammophora modestarequires vivid light but not too much direct sunlight . So , a windowsill that receives 4 to 5 hours of direct sunlight in the dayspring and partial specter in the good afternoon will be a perfect point for indoor growing .
In cultivation, South East England, United Kingdom. Derivative of a photo by Alain Sutton viaSucculent Sundae.
dirt : The plant thrives in holey soil , allowing the water to run out away chop-chop . Therefore , use commercial-grade land for succulents ormake your own well - draining mix .
Temperature : High temperatures are not a trouble as long as there is muckle of fresh air , but this plant is not dusty - intrepid . It grows good inUSDA Plant Hardiness Zones9a to 11b , with average minimum winter temperatures ranging from 20 to 50 ° degree Fahrenheit ( -6.7 to 10 ° C ) .
Watering : To keep your plant level-headed , it is most significant to know when , how much , and how often to water . During the dormant full stop , normally in summer , Psammophora modestarequires little or no water . In the declination , once it grows again , water thoroughly but grant the soil to dry between lacrimation .
In habitat, Karas Region, Namibia. Derivative of a photo byJudd Kirkel. Licensed underCC BY-NC 4.0.
fertilise : As long as you repot this plant every two twelvemonth , it does not require fertilizer .
Repotting : Even if it can stay happy in the same pot for old age , once in a while , you’re able to repot your plant to give it more infinite anytime during the arise season . However , the best time is at the beginning of the turn season .
Propagation : Although it is ordinarily start from seeds , Psammophora modestacan be easily propagate by variance . tardy summertime , just before it begins to go against dormancy , is the best time to divide the plant life , while pin is the ideal time to seed the seed .
take more atHow to get and Care for Mesembs .
Psammophora modestais reckon non - toxic and secure around kid and ducky .
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