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Aeonium canariense (Aeonium canariense)

Aeonium canariense, the Canary Island aeonium, is a succulent known for its large rosettes of fleshy leaves, often with a gray-green hue.

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Sunlight

Bright, indirect light is ideal.

Watering

Allow soil to dry out between waterings.

Soil

Well-draining succulent or cactus mix is essential. A gritty, sandy loam with good aeration prevents root rot.

Temperature

Prefers warm temperatures during the growing season.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed sparingly during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Bright, indirect light is ideal.

Protect from intense afternoon sun.

Water

Allow soil to dry out between waterings.

Reduce watering in winter.

Soil

Well-draining succulent or cactus mix is essential. A gritty, sandy loam with good aeration prevents root rot.

Temperature

Prefers warm temperatures during the growing season.

Can tolerate cooler temperatures in winter dormancy.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed sparingly during the growing season.

Use a balanced succulent fertilizer diluted.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Succulent

Plant Category

Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Pot, Garden

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.3-0.6 m

Spread

0.5-1 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Winter

Leaf Color

Green, Gray-green

Leaf Type

Fleshy, spatulate

Flower Size

1-1.5 cm

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Synonyms
Sempervivum canariense L.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderSaxifragales
  • familyCrassulaceae
  • genusAeonium
  • speciesAeonium canariense
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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