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Spanish Aizoanthemopsis Plant Care
Aizoanthemopsis hispanica (L.) Klak
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With its striking silver-grey leaves covered in fine hairs, this plant hails from the Mediterranean region. Its unique foliage and ability to thrive in dry, rocky soils make it highly coveted by plant collectors seeking rare and drought-tolerant additions to their collections.
Every 7–10 days
Full sun to partial shade
60–85°F
40–60%
At a glance
How do you care for Spanish Aizoanthemopsis?
Water Spanish Aizoanthemopsis every 7–10 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it full sun to partial shade. It prefers temperatures of 60–85°F (16–29°C) and 40–60% humidity. Fertilize it every 2 months during the growing season.
Where Is the Spanish Aizoanthemopsis Native To?
What Is the Spanish Aizoanthemopsis?
Spanish Aizoanthemopsis (Aizoanthemopsis hispanica) belongs to the Aizoaceae family within the Aizoanthemopsis genus. Spanish Aizoanthemopsis is native to northern Africa, the Mediterranean region and the Middle East. Spanish Aizoanthemopsis is also known as Hispanian Sunflower.
Spanish Aizoanthemopsis displays a low-growing, mat-forming succulent growth habit, reaching up to 2 ft tall with a spread of approximately 1 ft. Spanish Aizoanthemopsis produces bright, daisy-like flowers in various colors.
Leaf size: approximately 3 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Spanish Aizoanthemopsis?
Aizoanthemopsis hispanica requires watering every 7–10 days. Allow the top layer of soil to dry between waterings to prevent root rot. Reduce watering frequency during winter when growth slows.
Watering Frequency
Every 7–10 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the Spanish Aizoanthemopsis Need?
Spanish Aizoanthemopsis thrives in full sun to partial shade.
Light Requirement
Full sun to partial shade
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Spanish Aizoanthemopsis Prefer?
Aizoanthemopsis hispanica grows best at temperatures of 60–85°F. Spanish Aizoanthemopsis prefers humidity levels of 40–60%.
Temperature
60–85°F
Humidity
40–60%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Spanish Aizoanthemopsis?
Sandy, well-draining soil mix with added perlite and gravel for good drainage. Good drainage is essential for Spanish Aizoanthemopsis to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Spanish Aizoanthemopsis?
Feed Spanish Aizoanthemopsis every 2 months during the growing season (spring and summer) with a balanced fertilizer diluted to the strength on the label.
Pause feeding in autumn and winter, when growth slows, and never fertilize dry soil — water first.
Fertilizing
Every 2 months
During the growing season
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How Do You Repot a Spanish Aizoanthemopsis?
Repot every 2-3 years in early spring. Choose a pot one size larger than the current container, and ensure it has drainage holes to allow excess water to escape.
How Do You Propagate a Spanish Aizoanthemopsis?
Spanish Aizoanthemopsis can be propagated through seeds, division of offsets.
Is the Spanish Aizoanthemopsis Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Spanish Aizoanthemopsis, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Keep pets from chewing it as a precaution.
This is a general caution, not veterinary or medical advice. If your pet ate a plant, contact your vet or animal poison control.
See all plants toxic to cats and plants toxic to dogs.
What Pests and Diseases Affect the Spanish Aizoanthemopsis?
Spanish Aizoanthemopsis is susceptible to aphids, spider mites, mealybugs. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.
Yellow leaves, brown tips or drooping? See common plant problems and how to fix them.
What USDA Hardiness Zone Does the Spanish Aizoanthemopsis Need?
Spanish Aizoanthemopsis grows outdoors in USDA Zone 9a – 11b. It survives winters down to planting zone 9a. Spanish Aizoanthemopsis is native to northern Africa, the Mediterranean region and the Middle East. In cooler regions, grow Spanish Aizoanthemopsis as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 9a – 11b
Keep exploring plants
Spanish Aizoanthemopsis is one of many species covered in the complete plant care and identification guide, which groups plants by genus, attribute, and popularity.
It belongs to the Aizoanthemopsis genus — compare its care with other Aizoanthemopsis species on PlantoScan.
Aizoanthemopsis is part of the Aizoaceae plant family — browse all Aizoaceae genera and species.
Spanish Aizoanthemopsis thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Aizoanthemopsis hispanica (L.) Klak, family Aizoaceae (first published in in Taxon 66(5): 1165. 2017.) — World Flora Online record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Spanish Aizoanthemopsis, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Checked against the ASPCA plant list; any other toxicity note on this page comes from PlantoScan's plant database.
- Photo: Karim Haddad, CC BY 4.0, iNaturalist — original.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 9a – 11b, estimated from the plant's typical growing conditions.
- Care values(watering, light, temperature, humidity, soil, fertilizing): PlantoScan's plant database, filtered by automatic plausibility checks — values that fail them are hidden. How we source and check plant data.
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