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3 Essential Stuff You Need To Know About The Easter Cactus Succulent Plant

by Giancarlo Perlas

Easter Sunday is one of the important events in Christianity. However, that does not mean it is only exclusive to people within the faith. Everyone, regardless of religion or belief, is welcome to take part in its festivities.

As we are nearing its celebration this year, some of you succulent plant lovers out there are probably already checking out Easter-themed arrangements or cacti products for the occasion. Luckily, we have some tips on decorating your house for Easter with succulent plants in our previous post. Also here, we will present to you the Easter Cactus, which you can add to your list.

The Easter Cactus makes an exciting addition to your succulent collection. Unlike the other holiday-themed succulent called the Christmas Cactus, the Easter Cactus is quite a peculiar piece because it is essentially a hybrid. This traces its origins to the Brazilian forest cactus belonging to the Rhipsalidopsis family.

1. Relation of the Plant to the Easter Celebration

Now, you might be wondering what does the Easter Cactus has to do with Easter, aside from its name. The appearance of the plant has no association whatsoever with Easter Sunday because it does not look like any of the event’s ever-popular symbolisms such as the Easter Egg for rebirth and the Easter Bunny for fertility. The only link of the plant to the occasion is the fact that it blooms in late winter or early spring wherein the latter usually coincide with the Christian Holy Week celebration.

2. Appearance

Like the Christmas Cactus, the Easter Cactus has flattened stems, which are also called segments and are actually the leaves of the plant. Each segment is slightly ragged on the edges, and it produces crown-shaped flowers. Depending on the variant, the flowers may come in white, red, pink, orange, and other hues.

3. Caring for Easter Cactus

Unlike the usual cacti that thrive in arid places like the desert, Easter Cacti need cooler temperatures to grow. With that, put it in a well-lit place but keep it away from direct sunlight. The ideal temperature it requires to bloom is between 55 to 60 degrees Fahrenheit (13-16 degrees Celsius).

The Easter Cactus can be grown in a succulent plant pot. However, make sure that its soil is lightly moist. Water it every time you notice that its soil is drying up. If your home feels dry most of time, you may provide a little humidity around the plant by placing it in a container filled with pebbles and an ample amount of water, which will keep it hydrated over a long period.

Furthermore, to keep it healthy, see to it that it is repotted at least every two years during the spring to make sure that its soil nutrients are replenished from time to time. You may fertilize the succulent as well especially after its blooming season to maintain its healthy aura. The recommended fertilizer for it is a 10-10-10 mix or food with low nitrogen content.

Top Maintenance Tips for the Ming Thing Cactus Succulent Plant

by Giancarlo Perlas

The Ming Thing Cactus is not something that you see in gardens every day. This peculiar succulent plant looks deformed, which should come as a nice find for plant parents who are into something out of the ordinary.

We don’t know where Ming Thing got its name from. However, it seems like a fitting name since it’s as strange as the monster in an old Kurt Russell movie, the Swamp Thing in DC comics, and the Man-Thing in Marvel comics. Its Latin name ‘Cereus Forbesii Monstrose’ further emphasizes its bizarre nature too. For those who are unfamiliar with the term, ‘monstrose’ in botany points to a plant that has abnormal, distorted, and disfigured growth.

The Ming Thing can grow up to 12 inches tall with proper care. It has bulbous stems clumped together, which forms its irregular shape.

Don’t let its appearance intimidate you though. Despite its exotic look, the Ming Thing is actually easy to maintain as long as you follow these simple but important tips:

1. Sunlight

Like all other cacti, the Ming Thing loves the sun. Make sure that it gets at least two to six hours of direct sunlight during the day. However, if you spend most of your day outside of your home and you don’t have time to check it every now and then, just place it in a partially shaded area that has the most exposure to the sun during the daytime.

2. Temperature

This succulent is cold-hardy because it can survive low temperatures around 25 to 50 degrees Fahrenheit. Just to be safe though, place it under a grow light when temperatures during the cold season are already close to zero to supplement the lack of sunlight.

3. Watering

As a cactus, the Ming Thing does not require much watering to survive. Just sprinkle some water on it using a mist spray bottle to maintain its moisture during warm weather at least once a day. If the plant starts looking too dry with light patches and cracks on its skin, shorten its watering intervals slightly or add more water into it if needed.

As much as possible, avoid watering it during the cold weather. Too much water can damage its roots and may cause them to rot. Signs of overwatering include soggy leaves and having a lot of dark patches on their surface.

4. Succulent Plant Pot

You can use clay, plastic, or ceramic pots for growing the Ming Thing. See to it that the container has holes at the bottom that serve as drainage for excess water to avoid soaking the roots for long periods. As mentioned earlier, the stagnation of water at the roots can lead to rot and decay if left unchecked.

5. Soil

A potting mix consisting of loam and sand is the ideal combination for the Ming Thing. This mixture ensures better airflow and water circulation especially in the roots of the plant.

Ming Thing Cactus Flowers

After all these have been said and done, owners of the Ming Thing can bear witness to its flowering. Depending on its variant, the cactus may produce funnel-shaped flowers with white petals and purple or lavender hues. The beautiful flowers provide a contrasting appeal to the alien-like form of the plant.

Sand Dollar Cactus Propagation Guide

by Giancarlo Perlas

The Sand Dollar Cactus is known for its scientific name Astrophytum asterias. It is known for its other names, including sea urchin cactus, star cactus, or star peyote because of its appearance. The exotic look of this succulent plant makes it very popular with collectors, but its huge demand is one of the reasons why its population is dwindling nowadays.

The Sand Dollar Cactus is native to the Rio Grande Valley of South Texas and northern Mexico. According to Texas Parks and Wildlife, the plant started becoming popular to collectors as early as the mid-1800s. However, the overcollection of the succulent, as well as overgrazing and fire suppression measures, have contributed to its scarcity.

Sand Dollar Cactus Astrophytum asterias

The succulent is characterized by its flat and dome-shaped features. It is a green spineless cactus that can grow up to 15 cm in diameter. The plant has white hairs dividing its sections or stems giving it an appearance similar to a pumpkin or sea urchin. With proper care, growers of the succulents are rewarded with 3-5 cm yellow flowers that have red to orange highlights between March and May.

Propagation

Like most succulents, the Sand Dollar Cactus is easy to propagate and maintain. It can be grown using its seeds or offsets.

1. Using Seeds

Start by spreading the seeds on a tray and wrap the container with a plastic cover on top. The cover will help maintain the moisture and heat of the seeds. In addition, this keeps them away from pests. After that, acclimate the seeds under direct sunlight for a few weeks before transferring them to a container partially filled potting mix.

Propagating the plant via its seeds can be challenging though because the seeds are quite fragile and have a short shelf life. Therefore, they should be replanted as quickly as possible after harvesting.

Be patient if you have chosen to grow the Sand Dollar Cactus through seeds because it usually takes years until they develop into flowering plants.

2. Using Offsets

An easier method of propagating the Sand Dollar Cactus is through its offsets. These are basically the small clumps that have similar features as the parent plant.

Begin by simply separating the offset with the mother plant by cutting the lateral stem connecting them near the roots. See to it that the cutting tool you are using has been sterilized properly to prevent bacterial or fungal infection in the open wound of the plant. Be careful when removing the offset, too, so its roots won’t be damaged.

Upon the separation of the offset from the mother plant, just repot the former in a container that’s partly filled with potting mix.

Maintenance

The Sand Dollar Cactus does not require too much water to survive. Thus, water it only when its soil is already dry to the touch, or when the color of its stem starts getting lighter. Also, ensure that the pot you are using has small holes at the bottom to serve as drainage of excess water to avoid soaking the roots of the succulent, which may lead to overwatering and rotting.

Reminder

As a responsible plant parent, make sure that you source your succulents, especially the endangered ones, from legal sellers so you won’t be contributing to their extinction. Here at Cal Farms, we only get our products from legitimate sources. Therefore, if you are looking to add more succulent plants into your collection, feel free to chat or Contact Us to send in your inquiries or orders.

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Poaching Threaten Endangered Conophytum Succulent Plants

by Giancarlo Perlas
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To date, there is a rising preference of households for succulent plants because they are easy to propagate and maintain, unlike regular plants that require too much effort to care for. As a result, the demand for succulents in the market was driven up, which has attracted poachers into the business. One particular genus of succulents that is being endangered by this illegal trade is the Conophytum.

The poaching problem of rare plants is no longer new as we receive news about them every now and then. Even before the pandemic, we have featured an article about the growing concern of Dudleya plants poaching in the Asian region. As more people turn to succulents, especially during the Covid-19 lockdowns making them a more common hobby, so are the people profiteering from their sale illegally.

A police officer inspects the confiscated boxes full of Conophytum succulent plants. (Source: New York Times)

According to the New York Times, a sting operation conducted by the Steinkopf police in the Western Cape of South Africa in July resulted in the confiscation of boxes containing thousands of endangered succulents from the Conophytum genus.

The name Conophytum is derived from the Latin word “conus” which means “cone”, and the Greek word “phytum” which means “plant”. Due to these succulents’ stone and cone-like appearances, they are also called Button Plants, Cone Plants, Living Pebbles, or Dumplings. This genus of succulents has over 100 species, including some that are classified as endangered.

Almost a third of all succulent species found in the market right now are native to South Africa. Most of the succulents featured here originate from the region, too, but have already adapted to the climates of their new homes. Despite the numerous varieties of plants in the marketplace, experts claim that this type of succulent is one of the most sought after with a huge demand coming from China and Korea.

Captain Karel Du Toit, the officer who organized the sting operation who also admitted being a fan of Conophytums, said that he used to spend most of his time handling cases of stolen livestock in his jurisdiction. In 2018, his focus has shifted to combating succulent poaching. He added that 80 percent of all the cases in his office now are related to this problem.

The source pointed out that succulents were once seen in Africa as plants for the poor. However, they have come into fashion worldwide in recent years, which made them a very lucrative venture. When the pandemic lockdowns started, succulent sellers saw an average rise of orders from 10 to 20 plants a day in 2019 going up to 200 plants daily in 2020.

Be a Part of the Solution

Being a responsible “plant parent” does not only involve making sure that your succulents grow healthy. You have to see to it that they are from authentic and legal sources as well. Here at Cal Farms, most of our products are homegrown and sourced from authentic and legitimate plant growers.

If you are on the lookout for succulents or plant-related products in the market that are currently not in our catalog, feel free to contact us or hit the “chat button” so a representative of the site can attend to your concern right away and help you find the products you are searching for.

How to Make Succulent Plants Terrarium

by Giancarlo Perlas

If you are looking for a nice decorative piece for the living area or any room in the house, consider putting up a terrarium. For the uninitiated, a terrarium is like an aquarium, but instead of filling it up with water and fish, it is partially filled with plants and soil at the base to create a miniature forest with its own atmosphere. For this article, we will introduce a little twist into it by using succulent plants instead of the usual ferns and moss.

Choosing the Succulents for Terrarium

To successfully make a terrarium, you must first determine the kind of plants that you want to put. In this case, we will be using succulents. Just see to it that they belong to the same family or at least have the same environmental requirements and hardiness so they can all survive. The ideal succulents for this are the mini rosettes and cacti.

Make sure that the succulents are already rooted. Be extra careful also when transferring them in the container so as not to wound or damage them.

Selecting a Container

Unlike moss and ferns that thrive in a closed container, succulents prefer lots of air to keep their internal and external temperatures in check as well as have breathable air. With that, they should be placed in an open container. You can use an aquarium or even a jar depending on the scale of your project.

Ensure that the chosen container has been cleaned well to avoid contaminating the plant and soil with bacteria, fungi, and other harmful organisms. Let it dry properly too if you have washed it prior.

Picking the Right Soil

Use loose sterilized garden topsoil mixed with some layers of pebbles or pea gravel at the base. Arrange them similarly to what you would usually do in a standard garden. You may also include an activated charcoal lining in between them to help filter the water and prevent the growth of fungi in the container.

Watering

Succulents do not require much water, and too much watering may lead to rotting in their roots. Therefore, only water your plants when their leaves start showing signs of drying out or wrinkling. Some droplets on the leaves will do.

Decorating Tips

You can use succulents with different colors and shapes for variety like the Moon Cactus, Echeveria Blue Atoll, and Kiwi Aeonium along with the usual ones like Aloe Vera. In addition, you can paint the pebbles or put decorative stickers and wallpaper backgrounds on the aquarium for extra appeal.

Make It a Fun Activity

One way to make the process of making your succulent plants terrarium more enjoyable is by involving your kids in the project. This is a good way to introduce them to basic gardening without making it such a chore for them since succulents do not require much effort to maintain. Moreover, the activity will expose your kids to the wonders of nature, which will let them appreciate and care for their environment more.

5 Creative Succulent Containers You Can Find In Your Homes

by Giancarlo Perlas

The great thing about succulent plants is that they are so versatile in terms of styling and planting that there are literally hundreds of ways you can incorporate them into the designs of your homes through beautifully-crafted succulent containers like the 6 In Set 2.5 Inch Owl Pot Ceramic Flowing Glaze Base Set Succulent Plant Pot Cactus Plant Pot Flower Pot Container Planter.

As an alternative, you can also use quite a number of containers that you can find in your household. Whether these are old mason jars or crates, you can easily turn these into something that your guests would go gaga over once they see your succulents in them.

Here are some 5 creative succulent containers that you can easily find within your home:

1. Mason Jars

The past couple of years saw how creative we can be with mason jars. We use them for drinks, as a trinket holder, a dessert container, and even a fish bowl. What’s stopping us from using mason jars to hold together our succulent plants. As long as you drill tiny holes on the bottom of the jars, there should not be a problem with the soil’s ability to “breathe” and “drain.” Mason jars come in various sizes and colors, so you will never lack of options.

2. Crates

If you have old crates of beer or cola bottles but you can’t seem to know how to dispose it off or where to use it, you can turn them into containers for your succulent plants. The crate is best used if you’re planning to grow different varieties of succulents. You won’t have to look for different containers for the different varieties you are going to plant. Instead, you can simply put these all together in one crate. And if they have the same process of maintenance, then all the more better because you can take the crate out under the sun and put it back in the garden in just one go.

3. Canned Goods

Have you ever been so attracted to a canned goods’ design that you buy it without even knowing what’s inside the can? If it’s even edible? Mexican canned goods have some of the most colorful and creative designs on them. If you have ever downed a can of chili con carne, don’t just throw away the can afterwards. Clean it. Dull the edges. Then, plant your succulents in them. There’s no need to re-color the can because that old-school charm is exactly why we like it.

4. Salt & Pepper Shakers

You don’t always need large containers for your succulent plants. You can make use of salt and pepper shakers to start propagating your succulents. Eventually, when they start to grow, you can transfer them into a bigger container.

5. Coriander

You may think this is an ordinary kitchen tool, but a coriander is actually the best container for your succulent because you won’t have to drill holes on them anymore. As household items go, corianders are the most naturally suited for succulents because of their draining capacity.

Top Four Creative Ways To Use Succulents in Parties

by Giancarlo Perlas

What is it with people these days and their love to throw parties for friends and families? Everywhere we look, it seems there’s something hip going around in the lives of our friends. Whether they are getting married, celebrating their Nth monthsary, or throwing a party for their kids’ birthdays, something is always hippin’ and hoppin’ with them that we can’t help but take notice of the styles and designs they use for their parties. Succulents like CAL Farms 36 of 2″ Beautiful Rosettes Succulents are great additions to a garden wedding or any event for that matter that uses a garden as its backdrop.

Do you want an indoor event? Not to worry. Succulents are so versatile and flexible that they can easily be incorporated into the bare backgrounds of a hotel ballroom or a restaurant’s private room. Transforming an event place becomes easier because succulent plants take on a character of their own. Aside from the fact that they look elegant on any table, their leaves also don’t have the tendency to fall off in the middle of a party.

Here are some creative ways on how to incorporate succulents in parties:

1. Centerpieces

Tired of the usual roses, tulips, orchids, sunflowers, and daisies that adorn your tables? Succulents are so easy on the eyes that many event stylists started incorporating them into the flower arrangements for the tables’ centerpieces. You can also use them on their own. Since there are many varieties of succulents, you can experiment with them and find the varieties that would look good on the table when put together. You can use succulents as a candle holder (provided that it won’t directly be affected by the melted candle) or as a table number holder. There are so many ways that succulents can beautify a simple table.

2. Souvenirs

Many event stylists now use succulents as party favors. Guests love receiving something that they can use to decorate their places or offices with. Although technically they would have to take care and maintain succulent plants, it involves nothing but making sure they get the right amount of sunlight and water, making them the perfect plants for even the most non-green-thumb person. Instead of choosing to give away souvenirs that would most probably go straight to the bin, try to incorporate succulents into the overall theme of your party and give them away as souvenirs to your guests. They would love the creativity and the thoughtfulness, and they would be “forced” to take care of the plants.

3. Backdrops

Do not be contented with having a simply registration table. Make the most out of your succulent plants by installing a vertical garden as the backdrop of your registration table. Instead of the usual tarpaulin bearing the name of the event, you can also opt to have a succulent vertical garden with the plants spelling out the event’s name or theme. You can also use succulents as the background for the photos the official photographer will take of your guests. Don’t simply let them stand in front of a blank wall or God forbid, a giant photo of your face.

4. Ceiling Treatment

Bare ceilings are a no-no. What use would all the flowers and props be on the stage, tables, floors, walls, etc., if your ceiling will be left bare. There are gorgeous varieties of succulent plants that could hang down the rim of a container and cascade down beautifully. Be creative on how your ceiling could catch the attention of your guests. If you think vertical gardens are cute, how about creating a hanging garden? Your guests will surely appreciate the effort.

Understanding The Different Materials Used For Succulent Containers

by Giancarlo Perlas

Having succulents like CAL Farms 36 of 2″ Beautiful Rosettes Succulents Weddings or Party Favors or Succulent Gardens in or outside of your house is cool enough. What makes it cooler, though, is the pots that they come with. The different colors and textures could make everyone, even the most anti-plant person in the world, fall in love with. The common materials used for succulent containers are ceramic, plastic, wood, metal, and glass.

Which material for succulent containers do you like best? Which material is ideal for your garden? In order to determine what kind of material you must choose, you must first identify the climate in your location and the arrangement of the succulents in the pot.

1. Ceramic or Terra Cota

Ceramic and terra cota pots like 6 In Set 2.5 Inch Owl Pot Ceramic Flowing Glaze Base Set Succulent Plant Pot Cactus Plant Pot Flower Pot Container Planter are both breathable materials, which means that they work best in areas that do not get a lot of air flowing. You can use them both for indoors and outdoors. However, if you’re going to use it for outdoors, you must be careful about putting it under direct sunlight because ceramic can get very hot and might dry out the plants. The hard thing about using terra cota or ceramic is they can be quite heavy, so it’s difficult to move them to other places in your garden. These types of pots are also fragile, so you have to be careful moving them around.

2. Plastic

Plastic is another option for succulent pots. Unlike ceramic, plastic pots are lighter, though they are a lot less breathable. Water does not evaporate to well in plastic pots. If you use a well-draining soil, that is one solution to the “breathable” problem of plastic pots. This shouldn’t be a big issue for planters because plastic pots have a range of colors and sizes and designs that it’s hard to ignore them.

3. Wood

Another interesting material to use for your pots is wood. You can use a driftwood to house your succulents. This is one of the best options for outdoor gardens because it can survive under direct sunlight since it stays cool and retains water. However, if you’re planting in an area with less sunlight and airflow, you will notice that wood can easily rot or keep your soil wet for too long. It may also break down over time. Wood may not last as long as ceramic, plastic, or other kinds of pots. But if you choose the area for it well enough, it can make your garden look gorgeous.

4. Metal

You can use metal, yes, but you have to be extra careful about this material because it changes temperature and can heat up the soil quickly. Metals can also rust, unless the pot was specifically made for planting. If it is not, the rust will be unhealthy for the succulents.

5. Glass

Using glass as decorative piece for your succulents is a great idea. However, you must remember that glass doesn’t have drainage holes. You’ll have to drill holes in them. It is not as breathable as other materials, too, meaning that unless your container has a wide opening to allow a lot of airflow, glass may not work as a material for your succulent pot. It can also get dirty easily, so you’ll have to clean it every chance you get.

3 Things to Remember When Starting a Miniature Garden Of Succulent Plants

by Giancarlo Perlas

Plants like CAL Farms 36 of 2″ Beautiful Rosettes Succulents are such wonderful addition to any home garden or a miniature garden you have in your living room and in the lobby of your office building. These robust and fleshy plants can survive in the harshest environments and they require very little maintenance for them to be healthy.

Starting your very own miniature succulent garden is very easy. All you need are some gardening tools, succulent plants (of course), and these tips right here.

1. Gather Your Materials

You can find all the materials you need in the gardening department of a local hardware, home improvement store or here in Cal Farms.

What you need are the following: a small and compact container like 6 In Set 2.5 Inch Owl Pot Ceramic Flowing Glaze Base Set Succulent Plant Pot Cactus Plant Pot Flower Pot Container Planter, gardening soil, small stones or pebbles, and the succulent plant of your choice. These would cost you $20 to $30 or sometimes, even less than that. Try and go when it’s the sale season, so you can maximize your money and purchase more decorative pieces for your mini garden. When you have all of these things, you can finally start your succulent garden.

2. Choose the Succulents You Want to Plant

When we talk about succulents, what springs to people’s minds is cacti seeing as they are the most popular succulent plants known to us. But there are many different types of succulents that may be lesser known but are equally gorgeous and relaxing to look at. These are Echeveria, aloe, cotyledon, sempervivum and agave. Keep in mind that you should choose succulent plants that will fit your personality, as well as the kind of garden you have in mind. Though all succulents are great to look at, not all of them fit the lifestyle and the look that you want for your garden.

Some other things you need to consider when choosing the succulents to plant is the climate in the place where you live in, how much sunlight do you get in a year, and how much time can you devote taking care of the plants. Succulents are very easy to maintain and take care of, but they wither and die when they don’t receive the proper amount of sunlight and water. You should also consider how large the plants will get once they start to grow. Remember that you are aiming for a miniature garden. This means you cannot purchase and choose succulents that will eventually grow in height.

3. Pick the Right Container Size

It’s easy to get lost in the many options you will see in the gardening department. You have to pick the right container size, though. That’s vital if you want to meet the miniature garden that you are aiming for. Ceramic bowls are a good place to start, and you can choose from a variety of designs and colors that these are available in. Remember that since you want to have a mini garden, you must choose a container that would be no larger than a houseplant pot. You may also opt to keep things simple by choosing a basic flower pot.

To make your garden more unique, you can choose to plant in mason jars, fish bowls, bird feeder, wheelbarrow, and even an old pair of rubber boots. It’s all in the arrangement, really. You can be very creative and imaginative in the containers that you choose.

Remember, though, that whatever container you choose, make sure that they provide proper drainage and spaces between plants. This will allow the plants to grow out faster and better.

Top 5 Succulents For The Home And How To Take Care of Them

by Giancarlo Perlas

Succulent plants are trendy because they look good in homes, offices, businesses, etc. It’s an easy choice for people who are busy with their everyday lives because succulents’ juicy leaves, stems, and roots allow them to thrive even in hot weather and minimum supervision. It does not hurt that they look stunning placed on your windowsill, counters, fireplaces, and terraces.

The color variation of succulents is almost endless. They come in blue-green, chartreuse, pink, red, yellow, white, burgundy, almost black, mixed, and more. They sometimes come with rounded, needlelike, ruffled, berrylike, or spiky leaves, but that doesn’t matter because they look good no matter what.

Here are the top five succulents for the home and how to take care of them:

1. Burro’s Tail (Sedum Morganianum)

Burro’s Tail looks better if you will place it in a hanging basket and hang that over your porch or your home garden. Their leaves will look like waterfalls since they grow up to three-feet long. It’s a native of Mexico and prefers medium to high light for best performance.

Keep the soil dry during winter season and fertilize once during summer with a balanced 10-10-10 fertilizer. Pink or red flowers may appear if you managed to take care of them. The leaves of Burro’s Tail easily fall off, so make sure to place them in a location where they cannot be disturbed.

2. Jade Plant (Crassula Ovata)

The Jade Plant is very easy to grow. It’s a native of South Africa and grows thick stems and thick glossy green leaves with a tinge of red. To take care of Jade Plants, allow the soil to dry completely before watering again. Fertilize three times during summer with 10-10-10 fertilizer. For good air movement through the soil, you have to plant it in a terra-cotta.

3. Medicine Plant (Aloe Vera)

The reason why many people choose Aloe Vera is because of its medicinal qualities. For centuries, the healing sap of this has been used to treat wounds and sunburn. The problem is that the plant has sharp teeth, so make sure that it is placed in a location where it would not accidentally cut someone.

Allow the soil to dry out in between soaking. Remember not to allow the plant to stand in water. Keep it under direct sunlight and fertilize three times in summer with a balanced 10-10-10 fertilizer. Do not fertilize during winter.

4. Panda Plant (Kalanchoe Tomentosa)

The Panda Plant is the most common of the Kalanchoe family. It is a native of Madagascar and mostly grown for its foliage.

Between watering, allow the top two inches of soil to dry out. During winter, water just enough to keep the soil from drying out completely. Like many succulents, fertilize three times with a 10-10-10 fertilizer during summer. Panda Plants rarely need pruning and grooming, except to remove dried out stems.

5. Ponytail Palm (Beaucarnea Recurvata)

If you want to have palm trees inside your house, then choose the Ponytail Palm. The feathery mops of green leaves sit atop a leathery-looking trunk. It is related to the agave plant, and is also commonly referred to as the Elephant Plant because of its swollen and bulbous base. This succulent plant can grow 12 to 20 feet indoors.

The Ponytail Plant does not need a lot of watering. Allow the soil to dry out completely before watering and keep the plant in the lowest humidity as possible. You may grow it in high light, though it would also adapt in medium light. Fertilize only once a year with a 10-10-10-fertilizer.

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