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Conophytum chauviniae
Scientific Name: Conophytum chauviniae (Schwantes) S.A. Hammer
Synonym: Mesembryanthemum chauviniae
family: Aizoaceae

Conophytum chauviniae at Holly Gate Nursery

Recommended Temperature Zone:

sunset: 10-12
USDA: 10-12

Frost Protection:

Tolerates very little frost

Heat Tolerance:

Needs shade in summer, in Phoenix they should be probably inside in summer

Sun Exposure:

Full sun to light shade

Origin:

Southern Africa

Growth Habits:

Rock-like, slowly clumpig, leaf succulent, 1 inch tall (2.5 cm)

Watering Needs:

Occasional misting in summer, water regularly in winter after the previous year leaves have dried up

Propagation:

Seeds