Adromischus maculatus

Description

Calico hearts or Adromischus maculatus are short succulents that are a gray-green to green-brown in color, they may or may not have purple spots on them. The leaves are minuscule clusters that can get up to 3 inches long and up to 1.5 inches wide. Besides the leaves are curved, wedge-shape and almost glisten. The flowers that calico hearts produce are cylinder shape and are a pale, yellowish green color.

Adromischus maculatus, commonly known as the “Calico Hearts” or “Chocolate Soldier,” is a unique and attractive succulent native to South Africa.

Planting and Care of Adromischus maculatus

Soil

• Use a well-draining succulent or cactus potting mix.
• You can create your own by mixing equal parts of potting soil, perlite, and coarse sand.

Light

• Adromischus maculatus prefers bright, indirect light.
• A south-facing window where it can receive a few hours of sunlight daily is ideal.
• Furthermore too much direct sunlight can cause the leaves to burn, so filtered light is best.

Temperature

• These succulents prefer temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C) during the day and cooler temperatures at night.
• Protect them from frost and very cold temperatures, as they are not frost-tolerant.

Watering Adromischus maculatus

• Water it sparingly. Allow the soil to dry out almost completely between waterings, especially during the winter dormant period.
• In addition water deeply but infrequently, aiming to moisten the soil throughout the root zone when you do water.

Humidity

• Adromischus generally prefer low humidity environments.
• Also avoid placing them in very humid conditions to prevent fungal issues.

Fertilizer

• Feed sparingly with a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer diluted to half strength during the growing season (spring and summer), approximately once every 4-6 weeks. Avoid fertilizing during the winter dormant period.

Pruning of Adromischus maculatus

• Remove any dead or dried leaves by gently pulling them from the base of the plant.
• This helps maintain the health and appearance of the plant.

Propagation

• It can be propagated from stem or leaf cuttings. Allow cuttings to callous for a few days before planting in well-draining soil.

Pests and Diseases of Adromischus maculatus

• Monitor for common succulent pests such as aphids, mealybugs, or spider mites.
• Moreover treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or a diluted rubbing alcohol solution.

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