Tulistais a small genus of 4 attractive dwarf succulent endemic to the Western Cape province ofSouth Africa . The mintage were previously included in the genusHaworthia , subgenusRobustipedunculares . They were sort out as members of the genusTulistaby Manning et al . in 2014 . The type metal money of the genus isTulista pumila .
These perennial succulents are relatively slowly - develop and have quite a long lifespan , endure for up to several decennium in nature or cultivation . They have modest , stemless stem canker of fleshy leaves that are non - fibrous and generally declamatory than those ofHaworthiaandHaworthiopsis . The colour and grain of leaf vary among the dissimilar species and within a species . Tulistas are usually solitary or once in a while suckering from the base of operations to shape minuscule clumps . They generally have well - fork efflorescence . blossom are white or whitish with a pink or brownish - green central vein on the tepals and mostly appear in spring and summer .
The meaning of the generic name " Tulista " is unreadable .
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Growing Conditions for Tulista
Tulistas are easy to grow if you keep in judgment that they are succulents and demand the appropriate growing conditions . They are peculiarly suited for growing in container . Tulistas can be develop successfully in rockeries in rime - free areas with low wintertime rain .
Light
These succulents tolerate full sun , but they favor semi - shaded place . The promising light conditions are involve to land out the folio colour . Any window in your home or office will likely be an appropriate set forTulistas .
Soil
apply commercial soil formulated for succulent ormake your own well - draining potting mix .
Temperature
Tulistas like warmer temperature in the summer but cool in the wintertime . They can tolerate insensate down toUSDA hardiness zone10a , 30 ° F ( -1.1 ° C ) .
Pot Size
The Mary Jane should be shallow , as the etymon system is not deep . Be sure that it has at least one drain hole .
General Care for Tulista
Tulistacare , no matter the mintage , is easy and minimal .
Watering
When the growth is most active in outpouring and capitulation , waterTulistasthoroughly , then hold back until the top of the soil dries out before lacrimation again . irrigate your plant less during the winter when their growing slow up down significantly . During the raging summertime month , whenTulistasare mostly dormant , water them just enough to keep the leaves from shriveling . Never let drops of water to remain for long in the rosette . If you use dish antenna , empty any standing piss promptly .
Fertilizing
Tulistas do not require much fertilizer . However , for optimal growth , fertilizingis a good idea . provender during the grow time of year with a weak fertilizer answer . Do not fertilize during the winter .
Repotting
When it set about to outgrow its corporation , repot yourTulistain a new shallow and slightly larger flock with fresh soil . The best time to repot is in the spring or other summer . Repotting clip is also the meter to take first for propagation .
How to Propagate Tulista
Using seedsor offsets are the most frequently used method acting of propagatingTulistas .
Seeds
Sow the seed in spring or devolve in a well - draining potting mix and keep the soil slightly moist . Germination usually takes two weeks . transfer the seedlings into individual pots after the first or second twelvemonth .
Offsets
Remove offset when they have started developing their roots . Water sparingly until the plants have settle down and show signs of growing .
Leaves
UnlikeHaworthiaandHaworthiopsis , these succulent are not as easy to propagate from leaf .
Pests and Diseases of Tulista
Pests
Tulistas are by and large liberal of most pests . The exclusion ismealybugs , which can be a problem that is well resolved by physical remotion or standard houseplant insecticides .
Diseases
The number one grampus ofTulistas isoverwatering . Soil that is constantly wet can lead to solution rot . symptom of a rotted root let in the stay of outgrowth , reduction in flora or leaf size of it , or leaf shriveling . Sometimes , radical rot will move into the works stem , ensue in the last of the plant .
Toxicity of Tulista
Tulistas are generally non - toxic to human being and animals .
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