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Growth Habits of Tangshan

Native to South Africa. Prefers a warm, dry environment with plenty of sunlight. Fears high temperatures and excessive moisture, is not cold-tolerant, and is drought-tolerant.

Favorite temperature: 10-20℃

Watering: water moderately during the growing season

Light: full sun

Propagation: sowing, leaf cuttings

Pests and diseases: scale insects

Combination suggestions: Oscularia deltoides, Astridia velutina

Care Tips for Tangshan

Watering and fertilizing: water moderately during the growing season, keep dry in winter. Fertilize once every 2-3 weeks during the growing season.

Ventilation and light: during high summer temperatures, the plant is in a dormant or semi-dormant state, growing slowly or completely stalling. It should be kept in a well-ventilated place, with no fertilizing, appropriate shading to avoid scorching sun exposure, and controlled watering to prevent rot caused by stuffiness and humidity.

Temperature: in winter, place it indoors in a spot with plenty of sunlight, with the temperature not lower than 10℃, and when there is a certain day-night temperature difference, normal watering can be given so the plant continues to grow.

Propagation Methods of Tangshan

Sowing: sow in early spring, germination temperature 21℃.

Leaf cuttings: done in late spring or early summer, cut full-grown leaves and lay them flat on a sand bed; they root 10-15 days after insertion.