Carpobrotus Acinaciformis
Also known as
Elands Sourfig, Elands Sourfig, Elands sourfig, Elandssuurvy and Sally-my-handsome
Taxonomy
Carpobrotus acinaciformis
Carpobrotus
Aizoaceae
Caryophyllales
How to care for Carpobrotus Acinaciformis
Water
How often to water your Carpobrotus Acinaciformis
every 12
Carpobrotus Acinaciformis needs 0.5 cups of water every 12 when it doesnāt get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
12
Light
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A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.
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Finding light for Elands Sourfig in your home
a window
Carpobrotus Acinaciformis may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves š, without ample sunlight.
Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Carpobrotus Acinaciformis in your home š”.
Nutrients
How to fertilize Carpobrotus Acinaciformis
Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil itās likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Carpobrotus Acinaciformis after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.
FAQs
Carpobrotus Acinaciformis thrives in dry soil and should be watered sparingly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
Carpobrotus Acinaciformis may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves š without ample sunlight. Place it less than 3 feet from a window to maximize the potential for growth. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home š”.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantās toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itās always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control atĀ US (800) 222-1222.Ā If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA atĀ US (888) 426-4435.
Growing Outdoors
USDA Hardiness Zone
Carpobrotus Acinaciformis can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 8a-11b. Find your local hardiness zone here.
Care Summary for Carpobrotus Acinaciformis
Carpobrotus Acinaciformis
Greg recommends:
Water
0.5 cups every 12 days
Placement
< 3ft from a window
Nutrients
Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.
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