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long-leaved cone plant

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An evergreen succulent plant forming a clump of light green, fused leaf-pairs to 2cm across. In late summer it bears white or pink flowers to 2cm across

Scientific classification

Species: long-leaved cone plant (Conophytum longum)
Genus: Conophytum
Family: Aizoaceae

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Toxicity: Cactus Succulent
Plant type: Up to 10 cm
Height: 0-0.1 metre
Spread: Semi evergreen
Foliage: Clump forming
Habit: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
Season of interest: Full sun
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Distribution of long-leaved cone plant

Distribution map

Southern Africa (Northwestern Cape)

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Culture

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Toxicity

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Quick identification of long-leaved cone plant

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long-leaved cone plant care guide

Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought and stagnant waterlogging
Watering: Full sun
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Watering

Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought and stagnant waterlogging

Fertilizing

Balanced perennial feed every four weeks spring through summer growth

Pruning

No pruning required

Propagation

Propagate by surface sowing seed at 20-25°C in late winter in moist, shady conditions. Gradually increase light and reduce humidity after germination. Separate and root complete bodies in late summer

Growing

Under glass, grow in a mix of 2 parts loam to 1 part each sharp sand and leaf mould, in full light with low humidity. Water sparingly from late summer to early winter and again in spring; additional fertiliser is not necessary. Conophytums need a dormancy period from late spring till midsummer and should be kept dry at this time

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