Othonna capensis
A purple-tinged red trailing succulent. Leaves turn vivid purple-red when temperatures drop. Similar care to String of Pearls, popular for hanging displays.
Ruby Necklace (Othonna capensis) is a trailing succulent in the family Asteraceae, native to the Cape Province of South Africa. In standard conditions the plant produces elongated, banana-shaped leaves in green to blue-green, but cool temperatures, bright sun, and drought stress trigger vivid coloration ranging from deep purple to ruby-red—the source of its popular name. It superficially resembles String of Pearls (Curio rowleyanus) but differs in leaf shape and more intense seasonal coloration. Small yellow flowers are produced in autumn. Stems trail 30–60 cm. Plants prefer bright light to full sun and tolerate direct sunlight better than many trailing succulents. Watering should be conservative with good drainage. Cold tolerance extends to approximately 0–5°C. Propagation by stem cuttings is straightforward.
Origem
South Africa (Cape Province)
Expectativa de vida
Perennial
Tamanho
Trailing (30-80cm)
Temperatura
5〜30℃
Umidade
30〜50%
Water sparingly. Keep on dry side
Sun intensifies ruby-red coloring
When soil dries. Reduce in winter
Beautiful purple-red in autumn-winter cool
Best displayed hanging
Beginner. Esta é uma espécie amigável para iniciantes. Não é necessário equipamento especial ou experiência, e pode ser mantida com sucesso com uma configuração básica de cuidados.
A temperatura ideal para Ruby Necklace é 5〜30℃. A umidade recomendada é 30〜50%. Evite mudanças bruscas de temperatura e mantenha um ambiente estável.
A expectativa de vida média de Ruby Necklace é Perennial. Com cuidados e nutrição adequados, podem viver uma vida longa e saudável.
Ruby Necklace normalmente atinge Trailing (30-80cm) quando adulto. O tamanho pode variar dependendo das condições de cuidado e genética individual.
Ruby Necklace se alimenta de: Water sparingly. Keep on dry side. Busque uma dieta equilibrada com frequência de alimentação adequada.
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