Aeonium lancerottense is a species of succulent flowering plant in the family Crassulaceae that is endemic to the island of Lanzarote in the Canary islands.
Aeonium lancerottense has moderate disease resistance and is relatively sensitive to humidity. High humidity makes it more prone to disease, and it is susceptible to root rot during dormancy. In terms of care, Aeonium lancerottense is drought tolerant but requires more water during the growing season. Watering should be greatly reduced or stopped entirely while it is dormant. Aeonium lancerottense is best suited to growers with some experience, as it can be challenging to care for, particularly during dormancy. It is especially appropriate for people who can dedicate time to its care in the winter months.
How to keep Aeonium Lancerottense.
Light
Aeonium lancerottense comes from habitats with dappled light, such as the understory of forests or rocky locations that provide natural shade. It favors partial sun but is also able to tolerate full sun.
Temperature
Although Aeonium lancerottense can tolerate some heat, it mainly performs and grows during cooler periods and becomes dormant in summer. In hot summer weather, provide shade to avoid scorching from intense sun. Watering should be decreased or stopped during the hottest time of year to prevent root rot. Winter and spring are the times when Aeonium lancerottense grows vigorously. If temperatures do not fall too low, it will keep growing steadily.
Fertilizer
Aeonium lancerottense only needs light fertilizer applications once or twice a year during its active growing season. Do not fertilize in winter or in summer when it is dormant. Use reduced fertilizer for plants that have been repotted and wait a couple of months after repotting before feeding. Fertilizing helps sustain healthy growth and encourages flowering.
Botanical profile.
- Plant Type
- Succulent
- Life Cycle
- Perennial
- Genus
- Aeonium
- Family
- Crassulaceae
- Hardiness Zone
- 9-11
- Mature Height
- 30 cm to 61 cm
- Mature Spread
- 30 cm to 49 cm
- Leaf Color
- Light Green, Pale Green
- Leaf Type
- Evergreen
- Flower Color
- Yellow
- Flower Size
- 1.02 cm to 2.03 cm
- Bloom Time
- Mid spring, Late spring
- Planting Time
- Spring, Summer, Autumn
- Harvest Time
- Early summer, Mid summer
Other names.
