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    Adromischus maculatus

    Also Known As

    • Cotyledon maculatus

    Plant type

    cactus / succulent

    size

    • H: 6"-9"
    • W: 6"-12"

    planting zones

    • 9b-12

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    Adromischus maculatus plant details

    Adromischus maculatus is an evergreen cactus / succulent with blue and burgundy foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in average, gritty, lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Adromischus maculatus

    Plant type: cactus / succulent
    Plant family: crassulaceae
    Foliage: evergreen blue and burgundy
    Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 6 IN - 9 IN - tall
    Flowers: white blooms in summer
    Uses: container plant, desert garden, firescaping/fire wise, houseplant, mottled leaves, rock garden

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Adromischus maculatus

    USDA Zones: 9b - 12
    Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
    Watering frequency: occasional - low
    Resistant to: heat
    Soil needs: average, gritty, lean and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Look at these chubby, speckled leaves! Kind of reminds us of a frog! Adromischus maculatus, commonly known as Calico Hearts, is a dwarf, succulent shrublet native to South Africa with unique foliage. Features smooth, paddle-shaped, grey green leaves covered in maroon spots. Small white flowers are displayed on thin stalks. Calico Hearts Plant is great in a seasonal container, or as an indoor houseplant. Prefers low humidity, a well-drained, humus-rich soil and infrequent waterings. Protect your PRINCE OF PARADISE™ plant from frost!

    By: Little Prince of Oregon

    Light shade. Indoor. .

    By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens

    Round, purple-spotted leaves, to 4" tall; leaves drop and root easily.

    By: Cactus Jungle

    Gardening facts about Adromischus maculatus plant

    How to Grow Adromischus maculatus

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - dappled shade

    • Water Needs

      • occasional - drought tolerant

    • Water Needs

      • dry in winter

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • lean
      • well-drained
      • gritty

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • blue
      • burgundy

    • Flower Color

      • white

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

    • Texture

      • glaucous

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