Pachyphytum Longifolium

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Buy Pachyphytum longifolium in Australia online. The Pachyphytum longifolium features elongated, fleshy leaves in stunning green and pinkish hues. And to add a unique, low-maintenance succulent to your collection.

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Buy Pachyphytum longifolium in Australia online. The Pachyphytum longifolium features elongated, fleshy leaves in stunning green and pinkish hues. And to add a unique, low-maintenance succulent to your collection.

Buy Pachyphytum longifolium in Australia online. The Pachyphytum longifolium features elongated, fleshy leaves in stunning green and pinkish hues. And to add a unique, low-maintenance succulent to your collection.

Buy Pachyphytum longifolium in Australia online

Pachyphytum longifolium is the first identified plant in the genus Pachyphytum, characterized by elongated fleshy leaves forming distinctive rosettes of a soft color, slightly tending to green-blue. It has a roundish leaves and, when grown under strong sun light, its leaves can transform into a soft pink or lavender color. This plant brings aesthetic value into your gardens or container garden due to the color and texture of the leaves. You can buy Pachyphytum longifolium in Australia online and have a low maintenance exotic plant that grows well in well drained soils.

This succulent, known as Pachyphytum longifolium, can survive long periods of drought, therefore it is suitable to low maintenance gardens. When grown up, is occasionally capable of reaching heights of flower stems with such tiny neuter blossoms in star formation adding to the appeal of this great plant. This species of succulent can be grown in containers, rock garden, or as a unique indoor plant and would make a lovely addition to any succulent collector’s plant collection.

Appearance:

  • Leaves: Thick, fleshy, and elongated leaves that resemble fingers or bananas. The leaves are covered in a powdery, waxy coating called farina, giving them a distinctive bluish-gray or silvery hue. They are arranged in a loose rosette pattern, creating an elegant and sculptural display.

  • Size: This Pachyphytum can grow up to 6-8 inches (15-20 cm) in height and spread, making it a moderate-sized succulent suitable for containers or rock gardens.

  • Flowers: In the spring and summer, Long Leaf Moonstones may produce small, bell-shaped flowers on tall, slender stalks. The flowers can be pink, red, or orange.

Growth Habits and Care:

  • Sunlight: Thrives in bright, indirect light or partial shade.

  • Watering: Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings, as overwatering can lead to root rot.

  • Temperature: Prefers warm temperatures but can tolerate light frost if kept dry.

Additional Information:

  • The farina on the leaves helps protect the plant from sunburn and excessive water loss.

  • Long Leaf Moonstones are relatively slow-growing succulents.

  • They make excellent additions to rock gardens, succulent arrangements, or as container plants.

The first photo serves a display purpose only. The succulent plant housed in the red pot comes in a 80mm diameter container and black pot comes in a 130mm diameter container. While the image provides a representative depiction of what you will receive, but may vary slightly because no two succulents are the same. 

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • It prefers bright, indirect sunlight but can tolerate some direct morning light. Too much direct sun may cause its leaves to scorch.

  • Water only when the soil is completely dry, approximately every 2-3 weeks, adjusting based on the season and humidity.

  • Yes, it does well indoors, provided it receives ample indirect light, ideally near a sunny window.

  • A well-draining cactus or succulent mix is recommended to prevent root rot and retain the plant’s health.

  • Yes, mature plants may produce tall flower stalks with delicate star-shaped blooms, usually in late winter to early spring.

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