Succulents add more and more fans because they are very easy to maintain and very decorative plants. This variety of cactus, whose scientific name is Conophytum bilobumhas a characteristic feature: your heart shape. This detail, without a doubt, makes it one of the favorites for plant lovers.
If you have little time, but want to add nature to your home, this is an excellent option since it requires very little water. You can have it both indoors and outdoors. It is advisable to water it once a week and place it in a place where it receives sunlight.
these succulents, also called “living stones” because of their appearance, are native to South Africa and are characterized by growing in groups. They are very small and their flowers grow during the fall and are yellow and orange. Although they grow in very few places, they can be obtained in nurseries and specialized stores.
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recommendations for your care
Like other varieties, heart succulents require very little care but there are some considerations to take into account. They must have good drainage, as the root can easily rot. It is recommended to place a base of coarse sand to absorb excess moisture.
The trick to water them in the right measure is pay attention to the appearance of the plant. If it is in summer, add a little water only when it begins to wilt. In the case of winter, water frequently after the previous season has dried up. On the other hand, they don’t need to be repotted often, so they can stay in the same pot for a long time.
To encourage its growth, this plant must have good ventilation. As for temperatures, can withstand down to -2°C. If you want to reproduce them, you can do it with their seeds, which grow very easily. It is suggested to germinate them for 3 or 4 days in a humid environment that helps their growth. If you have experience, you can do it from the cut of another succulent of its kind.
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