height | 1–6ft | |
width | 1–4ft | |
tolerates | Drought, Heat, Pots | |
water needs |
Low | |
water info |
This caudiciform is from arid areas of south west africa and as such likes to go totally dry between waterings, making it very low-maintenance. With a range that extends across winter and summer growing areas they are opertunistic growers that will want more water during warm weather. If you squeeze the trunk and it has a bit of squishyness your plant is ready for some water. If the trunk feels firm it is well hydrated. If your fockea ever goes too dry it will defoliate, as they do during drought in habitat. Remember that if kept in a small pot your plant will want more frequent watering. Protect from extended cold winter rains. |
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hardy to |
28F | |
exposure | Part Shade – Full Sun | |
indoor outdoor |
Outdoor | |
drainage | In Ground: Cactus Mix, In Pots: Cactus Mix, Requires Perfect Drainage | |
fertilizing | All Purpose | |
origin | South Africa | |
california native |
No | |
sunset zones |
13, 16, 17, 19–24 |
Full Sun
Six or more hours of sun beams directly landing on the plant's leaves.
Part Shade
Three to five hours of sun beams directly landing on the plant's leaves.
Part Sun
One to two hours of sun beams directly landing on the plants leaves.
Full Shade
The plant is never fully lit by sun beams,
but is in a bright spot or has dappled sunbeams playing over the leaves throughout the day.
Deep Shade
The plant never has dappled light on the leaves, and is in a place that feels dim, even on a nice sunny day.