Aeonium Tabuliforme Live Succulent Plant – 2 Inch Pot or Bare Root

Overview

Introducing the extraordinary Aeonium Tabuliforme live plant, a captivating succulent renowned for its distinctive appearance. Hailing from the Canary Islands, this member of the Crassulaceae family is truly a botanical marvel. Unlike many succulents that grow upwards, the Aeonium Tabuliforme live plant forms a strikingly flat, dish-like rosette of thick, green, rounded leaves that intricately overlap, creating a mesmerizing swirled pattern. These rosettes can reach an impressive diameter of up to 18 inches, making it a dramatic focal point in any plant collection or garden. In spring, delicate flowers may emerge, adding another layer of charm to this already fascinating plant. Its unique form and relatively easy care make it a sought-after specimen for both seasoned succulent enthusiasts and newcomers alike, offering a touch of exotic beauty to indoor and outdoor spaces.

Key Benefits

The Aeonium Tabuliforme live plant offers a multitude of benefits, making it an excellent choice for various settings. Its striking appearance and low-maintenance nature contribute to its widespread appeal. This flattened aeonium succulent is more than just a pretty face; it’s a conversation starter and a joy to cultivate.

• Unique Aesthetic Appeal: The most prominent benefit is its highly unusual and attractive form. The flat, swirling rosette creates a visual spectacle, unlike most other succulents, instantly elevating the aesthetic of any space. It’s a true collector’s item among unique succulent plants.
• Low Maintenance: Like many succulents, the Aeonium Tabuliforme live plant is highly drought-tolerant and requires minimal watering. This makes it perfect for busy individuals or those new to plant care, as it thrives on a bit of neglect.
• Adaptable to Various Settings: While native to the Canary Islands, this succulent can be grown successfully indoors in pots or outdoors in suitable climates, adding versatility to its placement. It adapts well to container living, making it ideal for patios, windowsills, or rock gardens.
• Drought Tolerance: Its succulent nature means it stores water in its leaves, allowing it to withstand extended periods without water. This resilience is a key benefit, especially for those in arid regions or with less frequent watering schedules.
• Architectural Interest: The precise, geometric pattern of its leaves provides significant architectural interest, making it a favorite for modern garden designs or as a sculptural element in home decor.
• Air Purification: While not as potent as some other houseplants, succulents like the flattened aeonium succulent contribute to better indoor air quality by absorbing toxins and releasing oxygen, especially at night.
• Conversation Starter: Its distinctive appearance is sure to catch the eye of visitors, sparking conversations about its unique growth habit and origin. It’s a truly memorable plant.

Plant Care & Growing Tips

Proper Aeonium Tabuliforme care is essential to ensure this unique succulent thrives and maintains its striking form. These plants prefer warm temperatures and plenty of light to flourish. For optimal growth, they should receive full to partial sun. If growing indoors, place them near a south-facing window where they can get several hours of direct sunlight daily or supplement with a grow light. Outdoors, ensure they are protected from intense, scorching afternoon sun in very hot climates, especially during the peak of summer.

When it comes to watering, the soak and dry method is best for Aeonium Tabuliforme care. Water thoroughly until water drains from the bottom of the pot, then allow the soil to dry out completely before watering again. Overwatering is a common killer for succulents, so err on the side of underwatering. The soil should be porous and have excellent drainage. A specialized succulent or cactus mix, often amended with pumice, perlite, or grit, is ideal to prevent waterlogging. Ensure any pot used has a drainage hole at the bottom. These plants prefer temperatures between 60°-75°F (15.6-23.9℃) and a humidity level of around 40-60%. Protect them from temperatures below 40°F (4°C) as they are not frost-hardy. Fertilize sparingly during the growing season (spring and summer) with a diluted succulent fertilizer, typically once a month or every other month. During their dormant period in summer, reduce watering and cease fertilization.

Size & Details

This offering includes the distinctive Aeonium Tabuliforme live plant, available in different forms. Smaller 2-inch plants are typically shipped with their pot and soil, providing a ready-to-grow option for immediate enjoyment. Larger plants, 4 inches and above in rosette diameter, are generally shipped as bare roots. This method requires a bit more care upon arrival but ensures the plant’s health during transit and allows you to plant it in your preferred medium. The diameter of the rosettes can reach up to 18 inches at maturity, though the size you receive will depend on the option selected. These plants have a moderate growth rate and, with proper Aeonium Tabuliforme care, will steadily develop their iconic flattened form. You will receive a plant very similar to the one pictured, though natural variations in shape and color may occur due to seasonal changes and individual plant characteristics.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: How big can the Aeonium Tabuliforme get? A: The rosettes of the Aeonium Tabuliforme live plant can reach an impressive diameter of up to 18 inches at maturity. The size you receive will depend on the purchase option.
• Q: Is this an indoor or outdoor plant? A: The Aeonium Tabuliforme live plant can be grown both indoors and outdoors. Outdoors, it thrives in USDA zones 9-11. Indoors, it makes an excellent houseplant, especially near a sunny window.
• Q: How much sunlight does it need? A: This succulent requires a lot of light, preferring full to partial sun. If growing indoors, ensure it receives at least 6 hours of bright, direct sunlight daily.
• Q: Is this plant easy to care for? A: Yes, with proper Aeonium Tabuliforme care, it is considered relatively easy to care for. Its drought tolerance makes it forgiving for beginners, but it does require ample light and well-draining soil.
• Q: What condition will it arrive in? A: Smaller 2-inch plants are shipped in their pot with soil. Larger plants (4 inches and up) are shipped bare root, carefully packaged to ensure their health during transit.
• Q: Can I use regular potting soil for this succulent? A: It is highly recommended to use a porous, well-draining soil specifically formulated for succulents or cacti. Regular potting soil can retain too much moisture, leading to root rot.
• Q: What is the ideal temperature range for this plant? A: The flattened aeonium succulent prefers warmer temperatures, ideally between 60°-75°F (15.6-23.9℃). It should be protected from temperatures below 40°F (4°C).
• Q: Why is it called a “flattened” succulent? A: It’s called a flattened aeonium succulent because its rosette grows in a remarkably flat, disk-like shape, often resembling a green plate or platter. This unique growth habit distinguishes it from many other succulents.
• Q: When is the best time to water my Aeonium Tabuliforme? A: The best time to water is when the soil has completely dried out after the previous watering. Follow the ‘soak and dry’ method to prevent overwatering.
• Q: Are these plants considered unique succulent plants? A: Absolutely! The Aeonium Tabuliforme live plant is highly regarded among collectors for its distinctive flattened rosette and intricate leaf pattern, making it one of the most recognizable and unique succulents available.