Copiapoa Tenuissima
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Copiapoa Tenuissima is a small, clustering cactus species native to the coastal areas of northern Chile. It has pale green to grayish stems, usually covered with a fine layer of woolly white hair, which helps protect it from the sun. The plant produces yellow, funnel-shaped flowers that bloom in summer.
R450.00
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Copiapoa Tenuissima is ‘n klein, klompvormende kaktusspesie inheems aan die kusgebiede van noordelike Chili. Dit het bleekgroen tot gryserige stingels, gewoonlik bedek met ‘n dun lagie wollerige wit hare wat help om dit teen die son te beskerm. Die plant produseer geel, tregtervormige blomme wat in die somer blom.
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**Shipping Policy for Plants**
At MantisPlants, we take great care in preparing and shipping your plants to ensure they arrive in the best possible condition.
Bare Root Shipping
All plants are typically shipped bare-rooted, meaning that the soil is carefully removed from the roots to prevent any damage during transit. We wash the roots to remove any remaining soil and allow them to dry before wrapping them gently in tissue paper. This process helps minimize stress on the plant and ensures its safe arrival to you.
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While we do offer the option of shipping some plants in their pots, this is generally not advisable. Shipping a plant in its pot can result in root damage due to movement and stress during transit. The roots can become constricted or disturbed, which can harm the plant. If you are still interested in this option, it must be arranged in advance with the vendor, and we will take extra precautions to pack it as securely as possible. However, we highly recommend the bare-root shipping method to ensure the best possible outcome for your plant.
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| Weight | 0.3 kg |
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| pot size | 12cm |
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Description: Tulista Pumila (formerly Haworthia Pumila) is a highly sought-after succulent with thick, dark green leaves covered in raised white tubercles. Its bold texture and symmetrical rosette shape make it a standout specimen for collectors and succulent enthusiasts.
Origin: Native to the Western Cape region of South Africa, where it grows in dry, rocky habitats.
Care:
- Light: Bright indirect light to partial sun
- Water: Water well during active growth, allowing soil to dry between waterings
- Soil: Well-draining succulent or cactus mix
- Temperature: Protect from frost and prolonged cold
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Haworthia Truncata
Oudtshoorn, WC
Haworthia truncata is a distinctive, slow-growing succulent native to the Little Karoo region of South Africa. It is best known for its unusual “horse-tooth” leaf arrangement, where the leaf tips appear as flat, truncated windows sticking out of the soil.
Characteristics:
- Grows in small clusters of thick, rectangular leaves arranged in two opposite rows (distichous pattern).
- Leaf tips are flat and translucent, allowing light to enter the buried plant body.
- Usually grey-green to brown-green in colour, often blending with surrounding soil.
- Remains mostly underground in habitat, with only leaf tips exposed.
- Produces small white to pale pink flowers on slender stalks, usually in spring.
Cultivation:
- Winter-growing species (active in cooler months).
- Requires very well-drained, mineral-rich soil.
- Water sparingly during active growth; reduce watering in summer dormancy.
- Prefers bright light but can tolerate partial shade.
- Sensitive to overwatering, especially in cool conditions.
Habitat:
- Native to rocky, semi-desert areas of the Little Karoo, South Africa.
- Often grows partially buried among quartz or clay soils.
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Care Instructions:
Haworthia nigra prefers bright, indirect light but can tolerate some shade. Plant it in well-draining soil and water sparingly, letting the soil dry out completely between waterings. It grows slowly and enjoys a light monthly feeding of diluted succulent fertilizer during the warmer months. Just remember: too much water makes it sulky!SKU: n/a -
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Ornithogalum Species
Oudtshoorn, WC
Ornithogalum is a genus of bulbous flowering plants in the asparagus family (Asparagaceae), native mainly to southern Africa and parts of Europe and western Asia. The group includes many species commonly called “star-of-Bethlehem” due to their star-shaped flowers.
General characteristics:
- Grows from underground bulbs (geophytes).
- Produces narrow, strap-like green leaves.
- Flowers are typically star-shaped with 6 white (sometimes green-striped) petals.
- Many species open in sunlight and close in low light or at night.
- Flowering season varies by species, but many South African types bloom in spring.
Habitat:
- Found in grasslands, renosterveld, fynbos edges, and rocky or sandy soils.
- Many species are adapted to seasonal rainfall patterns (winter or summer rainfall depending on region).
Cultivation:
- Prefers well-drained soil and full sun.
- Requires a dry dormancy period after flowering when leaves die back.
- Water lightly during active growth; avoid overwatering during dormancy.
- Bulbs can multiply over time, forming clumps.
Notes:
- Some species are highly ornamental, while others are considered invasive outside their native range.
- A few species may be toxic to livestock if ingested.
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Care:
- Light: Bright indirect light or partial shade
- Water: Water thoroughly, then allow soil to dry out completely
- Soil: Well-draining cactus or succulent mix
- Temperature: Protect from frost and extreme cold
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Gasteria Lilliputana
Oudtshoorn, WC
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Haworthia Sordida Hybrid
Oudtshoorn, WC
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Portulacaria afra (Spekboom)
Mossèlbay, WC
Portulacaria afra (Spekboom)
Also known as pork bush or elephant’s food. This proudly South African plant , although naturally growing in very dry areas, can be as effective as trees at absorbing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.
The soil must be well drained. Compost and fertiliser will encourage quicker growth.
Plants should reach flowering size within 3 – 4 years.
The leaves are edible. The taste of spekboom leaves are pleasant but changes throughout as the sun rises and sets.
Weight: Fully matured spekboom leaves measure 2,2mm in length and 1,89mm in width and weight 0,64g.
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