Greenovia diplocycla gigantea

Giant Canary Rose

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Large rosette succulent from the Canary Islands, featuring thick yellow-green leaves that turn purple-red in intense sun. Drought tolerant.
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Plant Details

Common Name Giant Canary Rose
Family Crassulaceae
Genus Greenovia
Species Diplocycla
Variety gigantea
Origin Canary Islands (La Palma)
Blooming Yellow star-shaped flowers, summer to early autumn
Leaf Color Yellow-green with purple margins in sun
Sunlight Sun
Category Succulents plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Cactus mix with high mineral content (pumice/perlite), excellent drainage required

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Watering

Water thoroughly when soil is dry; reduce watering significantly during dormancy periods (heat or cold)

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Sunlight & Care

Requires full sun for leaf coloration; acclimate slowly to prevent scorching in summer

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Fertilization

Diluted liquid fertilizer monthly during active growth (Spring/Autumn); avoid winter feeding

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Pruning

Remove dead lower leaves and spent flower stalks to maintain shape

Pest Control Aphid Mealybug Scale Insect

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
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May
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Aug
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 95°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
25% – 60%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
1500 – 25000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
800 – 3400
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
5% – 40%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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