Believe it or not: this is not a origami! Known to botany as Greenovia dodrentalisthese beautiful little plants have hard, curved and multi-layered petals that give them the unique appearance of a rose.
native of Canary Islands, in recent times, this species has been more cultivated due to the online availability of its seeds, aesthetic appreciation and practicality in care. In juicy natureare able to retain water in hot climates It is arid soil conditions. Know a little more about rose succulent below!
Benefits
In addition to the charm of beauty, these little plants also have several health and environmental benefitscommon to almost all succulent plants.
They can, for example, help purify the air into your home and work to replenish it with fresh oxygen, also reducing the amount of volatile organic compounds.
This is important because such toxins are harmful to vital organs of the human body, such as the liver and heart, and can also be carcinogenic agents.
In addition to combating them, this type of succulent is a therapeutic plant. Its flowers are so peaceful and beautiful that they are used in visual therapy to relax the mind and reduce physical pain. Horticultural therapy research conducted by Kansas State University suggests that the presence of plants (including succulents) in hospital rooms can help improve patient outcomes.
They can grow anywhere.
Succulents are fleshy, thick-leaved plants that can thrive in any climate and survive where most other plants cannot – this is the reason for its popularity.
And when it comes to Greenovia dodrentalisremember to provide a reasonable amount of light for your photosynthesis. In addition, they do not need to be watered a lot, as they have high water holding capacity, storing it in its roots, stems and leaves. Even in the hottest deserts, these plants can thrive for months without losing much of their green freshness.
Cultivation care
To take good care of your little plant, here are some tips:
Rose succulents germinate faster in sandy soil it’s from fast drainage and are best planted in well-draining pots. If there is a desire to exchange support, remember that they must be well nourished and protected before transplantation.
It is also worth planting your seedlings in a flat tray and water them minimally until they begin to develop their leaves. You can then carefully transplant them, keeping them in well lit places – but out of direct sunlight!
During the winter, however, it is important to reduce the amount of water that the plants are receiving, since they tend to retain twice as much moisture in the cold. A spring, in turn, is the best time to fertilize the plants and increase the amount of water again. Water them generously during the summer when the topsoil is likely to dry out quickly.
Golden tip: avoid the use of insecticides! You should, however, always manually remove any insects or critters that could get into your succulents. Although they are just doing what they need to, it’s best to remove them for your plant’s health.