PlantFiles: Adromischus
Adromischus tricolor

Adromischus tricolor is a native to South Africa. Forming small clusters of spindle-shaped silvery green leaves which are speckled with burgundy and producing reddish flowers, it is a note worthy species. It requires porous soil with adequate drainage and bright light with ample airlfow. When the soil is dry to the touch, water thoroughly (if container grown, preferably bottom water by immersion). It needs protected from frost (Min. Temp To 32°F).

Note: Adromischus seeds are very small and seed propagation is rarely used. It is easily propagated by leaf cuttings. Twist off a leaf and permit it to dry out a couple of days, lay it on the soil and insert the stem end partially into the soil. The original leaf should not be removed until it has dried up. Try to keep the leaf somewhat upright so that the roots are able to grow downward.