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transparent cone plant

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A tiny succulent plant producing grey-green to brown, fused leaf-pairs to 2cm tall. The top of the body appears covered in brown speckles. In late summer it bears bears white flowers with a yellow throat

Scientific classification

Species: transparent cone plant (Conophytum pellucidum)
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 transparent cone plant

Distribution map

South Africa (Cape)

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Culture

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Toxicity

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Quick identification of transparent cone plant

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transparent 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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