Pleiospilos nelii 'Royal Flush'
Pleiospilos nelii 'Royal Flush'
AizoaceaePleiospilos nelii Royal Flush · a succulent from the Aizoaceae family, a stone plant with two fleshy lobes per season. Grown in our nursery in the Almería desert in full sun, with minimal watering and 100% mineral soil—the plant pictured is the one you will receive.
About Pleiospilos nelii Royal Flush
Pleiospilos nelii Royal Flush, of the Aizoaceae family, originates in South Africa (Karoo) and has spread to home cultivation thanks to its beauty and resilience. It stands out for a pair of opposite leaves resembling split rocks, a peculiarity that has fascinated botanists and enthusiasts for generations.
We grow Pleiospilos nelii Royal Flush at Succulentae, in the heart of the Almería desert, where the dry Mediterranean climate replicates the ideal conditions for the plant to develop its compact form and best coloration. The result: more compact, better colored and more resilient plants than those grown in artificial greenhouses.
Botanical fact sheet
| Scientific name | Pleiospilos nelii Royal Flush | |
| Family | Aizoaceae | |
| Origin | South Africa (Karoo) | |
| Natural habitat | semi-desert stony plains | |
| Adult size | 5-10 cm | |
| Flowering | large yellow or pink flowers in autumn | |
| Propagation | seed | |
| Toxicity | non-toxic |
Did you know?
Known as “Split Rock” or “Split-Rock Mesembs”, its pair of opposite leaves mimics Karoo stones with such precision that it is only visible when it blooms in mid-autumn.
Light
Very bright, indirect or filtered light. Ideal near a south or east window.
Water
Water when the substrate is completely dry. In summer every 1-2 weeks, let it rest in winter (every 3-4 weeks or less).
Substrate
Mineral substrate with high drainage: pumice, akadama and a little peat. We ship it ready in its substrate — no repotting needed for 12-18 months.
Temperature
Ideal between 18 and 28 °C. Tolerates down to 5 °C in winter if the substrate is dry. Protect from frost.
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