Aloinopsis schooneesii
A tuberous succulent forming a packed matting of small clustered rosettes with finely textured dark, plump, blue-green leaves and daisy-like yellow flowers 1.3cm in diametre that open up early in the evening from late winter to spring.
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Size
Ultimate height
Up to 10cmTime to ultimate height
5–10 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Yellow | Green | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Green | |||
| Autumn | Green | |||
| Winter | Green |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
ShelteredDrought resistance
Yes Hardiness
H2Botanical details
- Family
- Aizoaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Matforming
- Genus
A small genus of tuberous succulents native to South Africa. They form rosettes of thick, sometimes warty blue-green to grey triangular-shaped leaves and produce yellow to pink daisy-like flowers
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- South Africa
How to grow
Cultivation
Will grow well in a porous potting mix in the ground or a container avoiding waterlogging. Full sun light will ensure good flowering. Feed once during growing season, and avoid over-watering.
Propagation
Propagate by division or seed.
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Gravel garden
- Houseplants
- Patio and container plants
- Low Maintenance
- Conservatory and greenhouse
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
May be susceptible to spider mite.
Diseases
May be susceptible to root rot.
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