coffee bean plant
A species of small, slow-growing, evergreen perennial succulents, up to 15cm in height, forming clusters of rounded, textured, warty leaves which look a little like dried raisins. These vary in colour but are generally grey-green, red-brown or purple, depending on light levels. Greenish-pink flowers appear in summer
0.1-0.5 metres
0.1-0.5 metres
| Season | Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring | ||||
| Summer | ||||
| Autumn | ||||
| Winter |
Grow under glass in a sharply draining or proprietary cactus compost in full sunlight with good ventilation. Water during the growing season in spring to autumn, only when the soil has become dry. Withhold water altogether in the winter months and keep cool, but not lower than 7°C (45°F). A low nitrogen fertiliser can be applied two or three times during the growing season. See houseplant cacti and succulent cultivation for more detailed advice
Propagate by leaf cuttings
No pruning required
May be susceptible to mealybugs and greenfly
Generally disease-free