Anacampseros rufescens - Sand Rose

$6.99

SKU:S2KN1277

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Sand Rose (Anacampseros rufescens) (Sweet): Spiraling rosettes of pointed leaves that are olive green on one side and wine red on the other. In the wild, it grows in small, rocky crevices in the shrublands of South Africa, eventually forming mats. The plants stay small in a pot but can send up a short bloom stalk, each with a single, large, bright pink flower. The wide, flattened flowers open each afternoon and close by nightfall.

The fine, white filaments that can grow from its center help it survive droughts by trapping water vapor from the air. Anacampseros tend to like a bit more water than most succulents, but you will know when they are thirsty because their leaves wrinkle slightly.

Soft succulents will not survive a hard frost, but if there is a risk of freezing temperatures they can be brought indoors to grow on a sunny window sill or under a grow light. They need ample sunlight, good drainage, and infrequent water to prevent rot. Pick containers with drainage holes and use well-draining cactus and succulent soil with 50% to 70% mineral grit such as coarse sand, pumice, or perlite. Water deeply enough for water to run out the drainage hole, then wait for the soil to fully dry before watering again.

Product Size

2.0" Pot

Current Primary Color

Green

All Seasonal Colors

Purple / Black

Bloom Color

Pink Bloom

Grow Zone (Hardiness)

Zone 9 (20F), Zone 10 (30F)

Recommended Light Conditions

Bright Indoor Light, Full Sun

Maximum Height

Under 3"

Growth Habit / Shape

Loose Rosette

Special Characteristic

Pet Safe, Showy Blooms

USDA Zone map for average annual extreme minimum temperatures

THIS PLANT IS HARDY IN ZONES 9 - 10

9 10

WHAT IS MY HARDINESS ZONE?

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Popular Questions

3 years ago

How do you plant the air urchin?

3 years ago

This Hanging Urchin does not need to be planted, as the Air Plant that's in the urchin does not grow in soil. It can simply be hung in a sunny window and regularly watered. The video at the link below will give you lots more info on Air Plant Care.
Source: https://youtu.be/oOo9p9lO2TA

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2 years ago

Does this urchin come with the tools to hang?

2 years ago • Staff Answer

It does not. This product is just the urchin shell and the air plant.

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2 years ago

How big in circumference is the sea urchin? I’m trying to replace this feature in a small terrarium.

2 years ago • Staff Answer

They vary between 2" and 2 3/4" in diameter, making them, roughly 12.6" to 17.3" in circumference.

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1 year ago

How big do the hanging urchins get?

1 year ago • Staff Answer

The urchin shell is 2" to 2 3/4" in diameter and does not grow, but the type of Tillandsia inside varies, so the size varies.

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8 months ago

I do the one hr soak 1x/wk and dry them thoroughly but they still get moldy. What am I doing wrong?

8 months ago • Staff Answer

Increasing the amount of light helps fight mold and may be just what your plants need. You could also try misting your plants thoroughly 3x a week instead of soaking them once a week. That would help them dry even faster. That second tip goes double if your house is naturally humid or you're using a swamp cooler.

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2 years ago

Where do I get the necessary containers for them?

2 years ago • Staff Answer

An order of this product includes the sea urchin container. We ship on Mondays and Tuesdays to arrive by the weekend, but you can also select faster shipping options during checkout.

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1 year ago

How would I hang the sea urchin air plant if it does

1 year ago • Staff Answer

The urchin shell has a small hole in its top. This way, you can get creative with fishing line and paper clips, or any sort of decorative hook. Here's a tip; try using low gauge, clear fishing line. That'll be easier to hide.

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2 years ago

could you set air plants on dirt?

2 years ago • Staff Answer

You can, but doing so will increase the likelihood of rot due to soil borne bacteria and fungi. Just be sure to keep the soil dry at all times and water the plant away from the soil.

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4 years ago

does the Tillandsia air plant die after it blooms?

4 years ago • Staff Answer

Thanks for your question!

Yes. Air plants are monocarpic, which means that they flower only once in their lifetime. However, this is not necessarily the end of your air plant growing experience, for two reasons:

1) Air plants take a long time to die after they flowered. This differentiates them from Sempervivum which seem to dry up as their blooms do.

2) A flowering air plant will also produce three or so pups. These pups can be removed from the mother plant and used to grow new air plants. This process can be quickened by cutting the bloom stalk off of the mother plant after it begins to dry.
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