Huernia recondita is a small succulent, herbaceous and perennial plant belonging to the Stapeliinae subtribe of the Apocynaceae family. This species develops stems 25 cm long and 0.8 cm in diameter, cylindrical and with 4 slightly pronounced angles (rarely more). These stems have a generally decumbent growth and show a dark green or violet coloration.
Flowers develop on at low and individual extraaxilares inflorescences that form on stems growing. Each flower is supported by a glabrous pedicel yellowish 1 cm long which tends to lead to the corolla up. A the end of the pedicel five sepals have linear-lanceolate 0.8 cm long. Tubular corolla, with a length of 2 cm in diameter. At the end of the corolla five triangular segments 0.8 cm long and 5 intermediate that give a starry appearance are observed.
Origin:
Huernia recondita native to North western Kenya and Western Ethiopia (Africa)
Hardiness:
Hardiness zone USDA 10b to 11b: from 35 °F (+1.7 °C) to 50 °F (+10 °C).
How to Grow and Care
Huernia succulents are low growing succulents native to the deserts of Southern and East Africa, all the way to Arabia, and are thus found growing mostly at the base of other plants in partial sun to bright light/shade.
Therefore, in order to maintain their healthy succulent sage green color, these beauties prefer bright light to partial shade, whereas in harsh full sun they can slightly shrivel and turn colors ranging from grey to red to bright purple - as a means of protection. Extended periods of exposure to full sun can be harmful, causing parts of the plant to dry up completely and die.
On the other hand, too little light and Huernias grow weak and thin, leading to decreased flower production in the blooming periods of late Spring to late Fall. As far as ideal growing temperatures go, 50-80 degrees Fahrenheit is best, however here in Miami we get temperatures well above 80 degrees for most of the year, which is why finding a spot with bright light or partial sun is so important.
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Flowers develop on at low and individual extraaxilares inflorescences that form on stems growing. Each flower is supported by a glabrous pedicel yellowish 1 cm long which tends to lead to the corolla up. A the end of the pedicel five sepals have linear-lanceolate 0.8 cm long. Tubular corolla, with a length of 2 cm in diameter. At the end of the corolla five triangular segments 0.8 cm long and 5 intermediate that give a starry appearance are observed.
- Scientific Name: Huernia recondita M.G.Gilbert
- Common Names: Dragon flower
- Family: Apocynaceae
- Subfamily: Asclepiadoideae
- Tribe: Stapeliae
- Genus: HUERNIA
Origin:
Huernia recondita native to North western Kenya and Western Ethiopia (Africa)
Hardiness:
Hardiness zone USDA 10b to 11b: from 35 °F (+1.7 °C) to 50 °F (+10 °C).
How to Grow and Care
Huernia succulents are low growing succulents native to the deserts of Southern and East Africa, all the way to Arabia, and are thus found growing mostly at the base of other plants in partial sun to bright light/shade.
Therefore, in order to maintain their healthy succulent sage green color, these beauties prefer bright light to partial shade, whereas in harsh full sun they can slightly shrivel and turn colors ranging from grey to red to bright purple - as a means of protection. Extended periods of exposure to full sun can be harmful, causing parts of the plant to dry up completely and die.
On the other hand, too little light and Huernias grow weak and thin, leading to decreased flower production in the blooming periods of late Spring to late Fall. As far as ideal growing temperatures go, 50-80 degrees Fahrenheit is best, however here in Miami we get temperatures well above 80 degrees for most of the year, which is why finding a spot with bright light or partial sun is so important.
– Learn more at: HOW TO GROW AND CARE HUERNIA
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