Scientific Name:

Fockea angustifolia

Common name:

Family:

Apocynaceae

Sub-Family:

Asclepiadoideae

Tribe:

Fockeeae

Genus:

Fockea

Origin:

Angola, Botswana, Malawi, Namibia, South Africa, Zambia,Zimbabwe

Hardiness Zone:

ABout the PLant

Fockea angustifolia is a unique and captivating succulent native to South Africa. It is an evergreen, woody climber that can reach up to 10 feet in length. Its stems are thick and angular, with a distinctively rough texture. The leaves of Fockea angustifolia are small and fleshy, with a light green hue. They are arranged in an alternating pattern along the stem and can grow up to 2 inches long. The leaves have a slightly serrated edge, giving them a jagged appearance. The flowers of Fockea angustifolia are small and white, with five petals each. They appear in clusters at the end of the stems during the summer months. The flowers have a sweet scent that attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies. In terms of care requirements, Fockea angustifolia prefers well-draining soil and plenty of sunlight for optimal growth. It should be watered regularly but not over-watered as this can cause root rot or other issues. Pruning may be necessary to keep the plant from becoming too large or unruly. Fockea angustifolia has been used for centuries by South African cultures for medicinal purposes due to its purported healing properties. It has also been used as an ornamental plant in gardens around the world due to its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers.

Fockea angustifolia succulents thrive in bright indirect light. They should not be placed in direct sunlight, as this can cause the leaves to burn. Instead, provide medium light and keep the plant away from any drafts or extreme temperatures. Low light is also acceptable for Fockea angustifolia succulents, but they will grow best with a few hours of bright indirect light each day.

Fockea angustifolia succulents thrive in well-draining, sandy soils with a slightly acidic pH of 6.0 to 7.0. The soil should be kept lightly moist but not soggy and should be amended with organic matter like compost or peat moss for best results.

The Fockea angustifolia succulent is a drought-tolerant plant, so it doesn't need much water. During the growing season, water it every 2-3 weeks and make sure the soil is completely dry before watering again. In the winter months, reduce watering to once a month or less as needed.

The ideal humidity conditions for the Fockea angustifolia succulent are between 40-50%. This means that the air should not be too dry or too wet. The best way to maintain this level of humidity is to mist the plant regularly, but not excessively. Additionally, you can place a humidifier near the plant to help keep it at an optimal level of humidity.