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Common names of Sempervivum arachnoideum

Sempervivum arachnoideum is commonly known as spider web hen and chicks.

Habits of Sempervivum arachnoideum

Sempervivum arachnoideum is a succulent plant of the genus Sempervivum in the Crassulaceae family, and summer is its peak growing season.

Sempervivum arachnoideum is native to Europe and likes a warm, dry, sunny environment, with the most suitable growing temperature being 18~22°C.

It is drought-tolerant and tolerant of partial shade, and can also be placed in full light. It likes a relatively dry environment, so water less and keep the potting soil dry.

In home care, it is usually propagated by sowing and cuttings. Its main pests and diseases include leaf spot and whiteflies.

Care tips for Sempervivum arachnoideum

Watering: During the growing season, keep the potting soil slightly moist. If the potting soil is too wet, the leaves will grow rapidly, affecting the ornamental effect. In winter, when the temperature is lower, it is better to keep the potting soil slightly dry. When watering, do not water directly into the center of Sempervivum arachnoideum, so as to avoid the web-like substance disappearing and affecting its appearance.

Fertilizing: Fertilize once a month, using diluted cake fertilizer or special organic fertilizer for succulents. When fertilizing, apply thin fertilizer frequently to avoid excessive fertilization, which can cause leggy leaf growth and plant aging.

Repotting: Repot Sempervivum arachnoideum once every two years, and replace the soil at the same time. Use a potting mix of evenly mixed leaf mold and coarse sand, with a small amount of bone meal added.

Propagation methods of Sempervivum arachnoideum

Sowing: Sow indoors in pots in spring. Sprinkle the seeds evenly into the soil, no need to cover with soil, and place a layer of quartz sand around them. Keep the temperature at 20~22°C, and the seeds will germinate in 10~12 days after sowing. The seedlings grow slowly, and after they grow into young plants, they can be divided into pots and replanted.

Cuttings: Take cuttings in spring and autumn. Cut off the small shoots at the base of the leaf rosette, insert them into the soil, and they will take root in 2~3 weeks; after about another week, they can be transplanted into pots. Alternatively, break off a leaf rosette that has a rhizome and pot it directly.

Suggested planting combination: Frithia pulchra.