Monilaria obconica care guide and things to note

Monilaria obconica is a perennial succulent herb or subshrub in the genus Monilaria of the family Aizoaceae, native to South Africa. It is an extremely drought-tolerant succulent plant. Because its shape looks a bit like a rabbit's ears, many gardening enthusiasts also call it the little rabbit Monilaria obconica. It has very high ornamental value for growing. Let's take a look together at how to grow Monilaria obconica!

Growth habits of Monilaria obconica

Monilaria obconica is native to South Africa and is extremely drought-tolerant. It does not need much sunlight. In summer, it must be shaded, kept ventilated, and watering must be stopped. When the temperature is too high, it will dry up and directly enter a dormant state. After enduring until autumn, watering will restore growth. During spring and autumn, it can be watered frequently, which can keep the leaves upright. When short of water, the leaves will collapse.

Propagation methods of Monilaria obconica

1. Flower pot: For sowing Monilaria obconica, autumn is generally the best time. The temperature during sowing must also be controlled properly. For daytime sowing, choose a temperature between 24 and 27 degrees, and for nighttime sowing, around 12 to 15 degrees. The choice of potting soil must be suitable. For the sowing pot, it is best to choose a shallow pot 6 to 8 cm high. The soil choice must ensure good air permeability and good water retention.

2. Soil mix: For self-made soil for sowing Monilaria obconica, you can choose a mixture of peat soil with plant ash, perlite, coarse sand, etc. Large soil particles are laid on the bottom layer, and a layer of fine sand is spread on the surface of the soil. Then water from the bottom of the pot to completely soak the soil, and then sow.

3. Sowing: When sowing Monilaria obconica, the seeds should be evenly spread on the surface of the soil, and must not be covered with soil. The number of seeds scattered in the pot should be slightly greater. After sowing is completed, cover the pot with a piece of glass. If sowing in summer, during the high temperatures of the day, a small corner can be opened during the day. After sowing, germination generally begins in three days, and the germination period is one month.

How to grow Monilaria obconica

1. Soil: Choose a mix with a relatively high proportion of particles, adapt to local conditions, and choose materials that are easy to obtain, but it is best not to lack rice husk charcoal or plant ash, which can supplement potassium fertilizer and have a soil sterilization effect.

2. Watering: Each time you water, you must choose a good timing. First, water on the third day after the surface soil dries, and water thoroughly. Second, pay attention to the weather forecast. If it will rain tomorrow or the day after, watering can be postponed.

3. Fertilizing: When repotting Monilaria obconica, add an appropriate amount of base fertilizer, and then apply a thin liquid fertilizer once each in spring and autumn every year.

4. Light: During the summer dormant period, Monilaria obconica needs 60 to 80% shading, and during the growing period it should be given sufficient light.

5. Environment: The most ideal environment for Monilaria obconica is a ventilated one. If there is no such growing environment, you can open the windows for 2 hours each in the morning and evening for ventilation.