| Common Name | Velvet Astridia |
| Family | Apocynaceae |
| Genus | Astridia |
| Species | Velutina |
| Origin | South Africa |
| Blooming | Summer, small star-shaped flowers |
| Leaf Color | Grey-green with silvery sheen |
| Sunlight | Sun |
| Category | Succulents plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Well-draining cactus mix with high perlite or pumice content. Avoid heavy organic retention.
Water only when soil is completely dry. Reduce watering significantly during winter dormancy to prevent rot.
Requires full sun to very bright indirect light. Insufficient light causes leggy growth and leaf drop.
Apply diluted succulent fertilizer monthly during active growth (Spring-Summer). Cease in autumn/winter.
Prune after flowering to maintain shape and encourage branching.
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