Description
Elkhorn Plant, Rhombophyllum dolabriforme perennial evergreen used as ornamental drought tolerant plant, can grow in subtropics or mediterranean climate or as house plant.
| Sr | Item name |
|---|---|
| 1 | Elkhorn, Rhombophyllum dolabriforme - Succulent Plant |
| 2 | 3 inch (8 cm) Grower Round Plastic Pot (Black) |
Rhombophyllum dolabriforme is low, succulent semi-shrub richly branching at its tips. Tufted when young the plants slowly grow out into densely branched, up to 12 inches in height at maturity. The leaves grow upright, mid-green to dark green, with translucent dots. The flowers are daisy-like, mostly solitary, golden yellow.
The flowers open in the afternoon. It blooms for many months, beginning in mid-spring.Plant Specifications
| Common Name | Elkhorn Plant, Hatchet Plant |
| Maximum Reachable Height | Up to 12 inch |
| Flower Colour | Yellow |
| Bloom Time | Spring |
| Difficulty Level | Easy to grow |
Planting and care
Elkhorn care
Re-pot when the plant performs clump and goes beyond the pot size. It should be done before or after the rainy season and in the spring season.
Re-pot with the following proportions:3 parts of potting soil,1 part of grit (pumice),1 part of the horticultural-grade sand,1/2 part of the compost etc.
| Sunlight | Part Shade |
| Watering | Low |
| Soil | Well drained soil |
| Temperature | 20 to 25 degrees C |
| Fertilizer | Apply any organic fertilizer. |
Elkhorn special feature
Flower color yellow with multi needle petals full flower.
Elkhorn uses
Ornamental Use:
- Its color and the appearance is appreciated by the various gardens