White-flowered Anacampseros actually has other names too - let us learn about its aliases
White-flowered Anacampseros is a variety of Anacampseros, and there is also Red-flowered Anacampseros. They are succulent plants of the genus Anacampseros in the family Portulacaceae, perennial herbs with tuberous roots, and flowers in white and red. The flowers are plum-blossom shaped, borne at the tips of slender branches, about 2 cm in diameter, with relatively long stamens that often exceed the petals, with golden-yellow anthers at the tips, and silky, white petals.
Common names of White-flowered Anacampseros
The common name of White-flowered Anacampseros is "Anacampseros albissima".
Habits of White-flowered Anacampseros
White-flowered Anacampseros belongs to the genus Anacampseros in the family Portulacaceae. It is native to the desert regions of South Africa and Namibia, and prefers a cool, dry and sunny environment. It is tolerant of drought and partial shade, averse to wet conditions and strong light, and also fears muggy and humid conditions. It is slightly cold-tolerant.
The suitable growing temperature is 20~25°C, and the growing season is summer.
For home care, propagation is done by sowing and cuttings. Common pests and diseases include: anthracnose and scale insects.
Care tips for White-flowered Anacampseros
Repotting: repot every spring. The potting soil should have good drainage and be kept slightly dry. During high temperatures and strong light in summer, shade appropriately.
Watering: once every 2 weeks1 during the growing season. The base of the fleshy stem is swollen and tuber-like, so watering should not be excessive. When the weather is dry, mist around the flower pot, but do not spray water on the stems and leaves. In winter, when room temperature is low, keep the potting soil dry.
Fertilizing: fertilize 1 time per month during the growing season, using a special succulent fertilizer. Be sure not to let the fertilizer solution contaminate the leaf surface.
Light: Anacampseros likes sunlight and is a full-sun plant.
Propagation methods of White-flowered Anacampseros
Sowing: sow indoors in pots in 4~5 month, with a germination room temperature of 20~25°C. Germination occurs 15~21 days after sowing.
Cuttings: carried out in 5~6 month. Cut healthy top stems, 3~4 cm long, let them dry slightly, then insert them into a sand bed. Keep the soil slightly dry. Roots form 21~27 days after insertion.
Suggested planting combinations: Echeveria 'Edo Purple', Pachyphytum 'Xingmeiren'
Note: the fine branches of Anacampseros contrast pleasingly with its rhizomes, like dancing silver snakes. The flowers are very short-lived; each flower takes less than 2 hours from blooming to closing.
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