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Xerosicyos Perrieri

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Sun: Full sun to light shade

Water: Typical water needs for a succulent

Temperature: Zone 9a from 20° F to 25° F (-6.7 ° C to -3.9° C) to Zone 11b from 45° F to 50° F (7.2° C to 10° C)

Winter Survival: Not cold hardy

Propagation: cuttings, seeds

Flower: in the summer

Flower Type: Yellow-Green

Toxic: Generally non-toxic to humans and animals

Dormant: winter

Space Requirement: Indoors

Common Problems: No major pests


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Basc Care for Xerosicyos Perrieri

Watering

Regular watering period should be every 2 weeks

One simple tip for you is that you can use some online apps to check the soil status before you go water your succulents. I would recommend the ThePlantsCheck app, it has some nice features there.

Fertilizing

Only feed this succulent during its active growing seasons which means winter. Use the right fertilizer applied in the right amounts. Applying half-strength balanced fertilizer every month or so is recommended for optimal results.

Do not fertilize during winter as the plant is dormant.

Sun & Location Requirements for "Xerosicyos Perrieri"

Placing Xerosicyos Perrieri in full sun to light shade is key for its growth and health. Look for a spot that gets around 6 hours of direct sunlight each day, but also offers plenty of shade during the hottest parts of the day.

When temperatures drop below freezing, it is important to take precautions to protect Xerosicyos Perrieri from the cold. Insulating and providing adequate drainage for the plant are key elements in helping it survive winter weather. Wind and sun exposure should also be minimized to prevent frost damage.

Any succulents in the group will only need minimal space to grow. You can place your pot at your table or window. Outdoors is also a nice idea to put your pot.

Xerosicyos Perrieri also benefits from some indirect light throughout the day as well, so make sure you give it enough space to soak up light without becoming too exposed to heat.

Propagation

One way to propagate Xerosicyos Perrieri is by cutting

Xerosicyos Perrieri can be propagated from seeds. Signs of a good seed is one that is plump, dark in color and slightly sticky. To propagate X from seed, one must prepare a soil mixture of well-draining potting mix, sow the seeds evenly and lightly press them into the surface. Lastly, gently water the soil using a spray bottle and place the container in bright but indirect light.

Toxicity

Xerosicyos Perrieri

Xerosicyos Perrieri is generally non-toxic to humans and animals. However, it is important to be aware that certain parts of the plant may contain toxins which can cause mild skin irritation. It is advised that you keep the plants away from small children or pets, as they may unknowingly ingest them and suffer ill effects.

Pests and Diseases

Xerosicyos Perrieri is not affected too much by common pests and diseases like most of the other succulents.

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