Succulents and Cacti
Welcome to our Succulents and Cacti page.
Check out our articles below, including Succulent Propagation (with pictures). And our care guides:
African Milk Tree, Blue Torch Cactus, Senecio Serpens, Senecio Vitalis, Senecio Barbertonicus, Whale Fin Plant, Bear Paw Cactus, Snake Plant Care, Echeveria Setosa, String Of Turtles, String Of Turtles, Desert Rose Bonsai, How To Propagate String Of Hearts.
See also: our snake plant category page.
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Dischidia Ovata
Good dischidia ovata care is all about respecting that when it grows in the wild it’s an epiphytic plant that grows on trees in it’s natural habitat, so it has some particular soil and watering needs. Dischidia Ovata Summary Light needs: Medium ito bright indirect sunlight Watering needs: Let it dry out before watering it again, checking it once a week in winter and twice in summer. Fertilizer: A well diluted balanced feed once a month in summer. Soil: An orchid bark mix. Humidity: The higher end of household humidity. Temperature: 15-30°C (59-86°F). Where to buy: Try our list of Rare Plant Shops. Common issues: Root rot due to overwatering. Introduction…
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Variegated Zz Plant
Our guide to caring for the almighty Variegated Zz Plant. The key to caring for it is to only water it when the soil is dry and give it plenty of light without letting it get direct sun. Variegated Zz Plant Care Summary Light needs: Medium to bright indirect sunlight. Watering needs: Water when soil is completely dry, check it weekly. Fertilizer: Use a balanced fertilizer or one with higher nitrogen for the foliage (an npk of 5-5-5 or 5-3-3) monthly in summer. Soil: Cactus and succulent mix. Humidity: 40%. Temperature: 18-30°C (64-86°F). Where to buy: Try our list of Rare Plant Shops or Etsy. Other names: Variegated Zamioculcas Zamiifolia.…
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Sansevieria Sayuri
Welcome to our guide to the Sansevieria Sayuri, covering all you need to know about care and propagation… Sansevieria Sayuri Care Summary Light needs: Medium to bright indirect sunlight. Watering needs: Check soil weekly, only water if soil is dry all the way down. Fertilizer: A dedicated cactus and succulent feed every 3 or 4 weeks in the spring and summer. Soil: A cactus and succulent compost (see: Succulent Soil) Humidity: 40%. Temperature: 18-25°C (64-77°F). Where to buy: Try our list of Rare Plant Shops. Other names: Sansevieria Metallica. Common issues: Drooping and mushy leaves due to by overwatering, Introduction The Sansevieria Sayuri is known for its light silvery green…
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Sansevieria Black Coral
Welcome to our guide to the Sansevieria Black Coral, all you need to know to care and propagate this plant, including soil, water, light and humidity. Sansevieria Black Coral Care Summary Light needs: Bright indirect sunlight. Watering needs: Check soil weekly and only water if soil is dry all the way down. Fertilizer: A dedicated succulent feed every 3 weeks in the summer. Soil: A well draining cactus compost (succulent compost). Humidity: 40%. Temperature: 18°C-30°C (65-85°F). Where to buy: Try our list of Rare Plant Shops. Other names: Black Coral Snake Plant. Common issues: Overwatering. Introduction The Sansevieria Black Coral (aka Black Coral Snake Plant) is a dark green and black…
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Sansevieria Samurai
Welcome to our guide to the Sansevieria Samurai, covering all you need to know about care and propagation… Sansevieria Samurai Care Summary Light needs: Bright indirect sunlight, some direct. Watering needs: Check soil weekly, only water if soil is completely dry. Fertilizer: A balanced feed monthly in summer. Soil: A cactus and succulent compost. Humidity: 40%. Temperature: 18-28°C (64-82°F). Where to buy: Try our list of Rare Plant Shops. Other names: Sansevieria ehrenbergii dwarf, dracaena hanningtonii Common issues: Overwatering leading to root rot and mushy leaves. Introduction The Sansevieria Samurai aka the sansevieria ehrenbergii aka dracaena hanningtonii is known for it’s sword-like leaves and also has a smaller ‘dwarf’ cultivar…
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Succulent Soil
Introduction Succulents want a dry, really well draining coarse potting mix that allow water to pass through the mix. They hate to sit in water logged roots. See also: Syngonium Soil. Tip: we recommend Etsy for buying plants. Look for the best rated seller you can, and try to buy as close to your home as possible so the plant does not travel too far. A note about affiliate links: when you buy a plant, pots, soil, or other goods through links on this article we sometimes earn a commission. It doesn’t cost you anything, but it really helps us out if you do use them. Thanks a lot! An…
