Orbea ciliata

How to Grow and Care for Orbea ciliata

Orbea ciliata · Orbea ciliata

Under glass grow in standard cactus compost, topdressed with grit. Provide low humidity, with bright filtered light in summer, full light in winter. From spring until early autumn water moderately, applying a low-nitrogen fertiliser every 4-5 weeks. Keep dry at other times, but water sparingly on warm winter days to prevent shrivelling

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Planting and Growing Orbea ciliata

Orbea ciliata
Care difficulty3 / 5
Watering scheduleModerate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterlogging
Sunlight requirementsFull sun
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Soil typeLoam · Sand
Soil pHAcid · Alkaline · Neutral
Soil moistureWell drained
FertilizingBalanced feed in spring and light repeat in growth season
ToxicityInformation to be completed
Care Tips

Under glass grow in standard cactus compost, topdressed with grit. Provide low humidity, with bright filtered light in summer, full light in winter. From spring until early autumn water moderately, applying a low-nitrogen fertiliser every 4-5 weeks. Keep dry at other times, but water sparingly on warm winter days to prevent shrivelling

How to Water Orbea ciliata?

Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterlogging

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for Orbea ciliata?

Full sun

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for Orbea ciliata?

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What Soil Is Best for Orbea ciliata?

Soil type
Loam · Sand
Soil pH
Acid · Alkaline · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for Orbea ciliata?

Well drained

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How to Fertilize Orbea ciliata?

Balanced feed in spring and light repeat in growth season

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How to Prune Orbea ciliata?

No pruning required

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How to Propagate Orbea ciliata?

Propagate by seed sown at 18-24°C in spring. Take stem segment cuttings in spring and summer

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How to Transplant Orbea ciliata?

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How to Care for Orbea ciliata in Winter?

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How to Plant Orbea ciliata?

Under glass grow in standard cactus compost, topdressed with grit. Provide low humidity, with bright filtered light in summer, full light in winter. From spring until early autumn water moderately, applying a low-nitrogen fertiliser every 4-5 weeks. Keep dry at other times, but water sparingly on warm winter days to prevent shrivelling

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How to Repot Orbea ciliata?

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How to Harvest Orbea ciliata?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

May be susceptible to stem rot if overwatered

Pests

May be susceptible to mealybugs and root mealybugs

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The Toxicity of Orbea ciliata

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Attributes of Orbea ciliata

Plant typeCactus Succulent
HeightUp to 10 cm
Spread0-0.1 metre
FoliageEvergreen
HabitMatforming
OriginSouth Africa (Northern Cape, Eastern Cape)

Scientific Classification

Species
Orbea ciliata
Genus
Orbea
Family
Apocynaceae
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