Family: Crassulaceae (Stonecrops)
Origin: Aeoniums are native of Canary Islands (Atlantic
Ocean) This cultivar seems to be a sport found in California (USA)
- Aeonium decorum cv. Sunburst
- Aeonium decorum 'Tricolor'
- Aeonium "TRICOLOR"
- Aeonium arboreum ''Luteovariegatum'
- Aeonium "LUTEOVARIEGATUM"
Cultivation: It requires gritty well drained potting mix. Water
deeply but infrequently. Plants are allowed to thoroughly dry in-between
waterings. During the winter months restrict water to about once a
month, or just enough to keep the foliage from shrivelling. Position in
full to part sun in a sheltered spot, but the bright light enhances the
rich hues of the darker Aeoniums, and the subtle blushes of the other
colours, but prefers light shade to shade in summer. The plants tend to
go dormant in the summer and look a little tired sometimes, but they
perk up again in the fall. Summer is the natural dormant season for this
species in its native land. Needs protection from severe winter frosts
(Hardy to -2°C or a little less for short periods), over winter under
glass in all but the mildest of gardens.
Propagation: It is easily propagated by cuttings in the spring.
When the stem becomes too tall, just cut the top
rosette with a piece of stem and plant it. It will soon take root, while
the plant left with just the stem will soon grow new buds that can be in
turn used for propagation. Time to take cuttings: April to July