Galenia pubescens (Galenia or Coastal Galenia) is a low-growing perennial herb in the family Aizoaceae. It is native to southern Africa and naturalised elsewhere.
Green galenia has moderate disease resistance and is more sensitive to humidity. It becomes vulnerable to disease when humidity is high and is susceptible to root rot during dormancy. Regarding care, Green galenia is drought tolerant but requires more water during the growing season. Watering should be greatly reduced or stopped entirely during the dormant period. Green galenia is best for people with some growing experience, though it can be challenging to care for, particularly during dormancy. It is especially appropriate for those who can dedicate time to its care during the winter months.
How to keep Galenia Pubescens.
Light
Originating from arid areas, Green galenia performs best in full sun, as its native habitat has intense sunlight and very little shade. It can also tolerate partial sun, providing some flexibility in its growth.
Temperature
Although Green galenia can tolerate some heat, it mainly performs and grows best in cooler seasons and becomes dormant in summer. In hot summer conditions, you should provide shade to avoid scorching from strong sunlight. Watering ought to be reduced or stopped during the hottest period to prevent root rot. Green galenia shows vigorous growth in winter and spring, and as long as temperatures do not fall too low, it will keep growing steadily.
Fertilizer
For Green galenia, light applications of fertilizer once or twice a year during the growing season are sufficient. Do not fertilize in winter or in summer when the plant is dormant. Cut back on fertilizer for repotted plants and wait a couple of months after repotting before applying fertilizer. Fertilizing promotes healthy growth and encourages blooming.
Botanical profile.
- Plant Type
- Succulent
- Life Cycle
- Perennial
- Genus
- Galenia
- Family
- Aizoaceae
- Hardiness Zone
- 9-11
- Mature Height
- 10 cm to 30 cm
- Mature Spread
- 20 cm to 40 cm
- Leaf Color
- Light Green, Gray
- Leaf Type
- Evergreen
- Flower Color
- Yellow
- Flower Size
- 0.51 cm to 1.02 cm
- Bloom Time
- Mid spring, Late spring, Early summer
- Planting Time
- Spring, Summer, Autumn
- Harvest Time
- Summer
- Native Area
- South Africa
Other names.
