

Adromischus festivus
Botanical Name — Adromischus festivus
Common Name — Plover Eggs Plant, Club-adromischus
Plant Family — Crassulaceae
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Background
Adromischus festivus is a low growing succulent that is native to high altitudes in the mountains of the Eastern Cape. To mimic this microclimate at home, we can provide them with a gritty well drained potting mix and an arid environment. Adromischus festivus is listed as a form of Adromischus cooperi in which their differences lie in flower (inflorescence) and leaf form. Over time mature plants will develop a large caudex.
Growth Requirements
Sun
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Give Adromischus festivus plenty of direct sun with partial shade during the harshest afternoon hours. It will not tolerate full shade.
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They thrive in morning or late afternoon sun. If possible give them a spot in a sill with south-eastern or south-western exposure.
Temperature/ Humidity
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This arid plant likes high temperatures and low humidity. It will thrive in temperatures above 75°F, but avoid consistent temperatures below 45°F. Keep it indoors in a sunny windowsill during cooler months.
Water
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This plant is super low-maintenance from a watering standpoint. Succulent leaves retain plenty of moisture so be sure to let the soil dry out completely in between waterings then water thoroughly, fully saturating the soil.
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In the winter, when these plants are not actively growing, ease up on watering even more.
Soil/Roots
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Adromischus festivus grows best in a fast draining soil mix. Use cacti or succulent soil, or amend potting soil with sand or pumice up to 50% to improve drainage.
Flowering
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The plant sends out tall flowering spikes with small pinkish tubular flowers at the tips.
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These plants flower during the spring and summer time, though they rarely bloom indoors.
Fertilization
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Fertilization is not necessary, but if you are going to use one be sure to use one specifically made for cacti and succulents.
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Fertilize once every two weeks during the active growing season. Never fertilize in winter.
Propagation
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These plants will propagate easily by leaf cuttings. Let leaf callus before planting in a gritty cactus/succulent mix. Try to keep the leaf upright so that the roots are able to grow downward. Keep warm and moist while rooting.
Health
Diseases
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This plant is most vulnerable to mealybugs and occasionally scale.
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Root rot can occur if it is overwatered.
Maintenance (pruning, legginess, repotting)
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These plants prefer to be root bound, so you’ll only need to repot once every two or three years.
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Handle with care since leaves can be detached easily.
Toxicity
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Adromischus festivus are known to be toxic if ingested by animals and humans. Keep out of reach of children and pets.