Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Aizoaceae

Genus:

Cheiridopsis

Species:

Cheiridopsis derenbergiana

USDA Symbol:

CHIN21

Growth Characteristics

Height:

10 cm

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

aug,sep,oct

Bloom Colors:

yellow

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to arid regions, prefers dry conditions

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Germination Time:

7–21 days

Notes:

Surface sow seeds; requires light for germination. Best results at temperatures around 18-21°C.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI