Ruschianthus falcatus at the DBG in Phoenix in April
Origin: A small area close to the border between South Africa (Namuskluft) and Namibia, at high elevations
Growth Habits: Succulent subshrub on woody roots, 3 inches tall (7 cm), leaves up to 2 inches long (5 cm)
Watering Needs: A spring grower, it is an opportunistic grower and will grow at other times if given water
Propagation: Seeds, cuttings
The species epithet 'falcatus' comes from the Latin for 'scythe-shaped'.
Blooming Habits:
Pale yellow flower, 1 inch in diameter (2.5 cm) or more
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