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Lance Anacampseros Plant Care
Anacampseros lanceolata (Haw.) Sweet
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This succulent plant is characterized by its lance-shaped leaves that form tight rosettes. Anacampseros lanceolata originates from South Africa and enjoys full sun and well-draining soil. Plant collectors appreciate its attractive foliage and low maintenance, making it a sought-after addition to their collections.
Every 7–14 days
Bright indirect light
50–80°F
40–60%
At a glance
How do you care for Lance Anacampseros?
Water Lance Anacampseros every 7–14 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it bright indirect light. It prefers temperatures of 50–80°F (10–27°C) and 40–60% humidity. Fertilize it every month during the growing season.
Where Is the Lance Anacampseros Native To?
What Is the Lance Anacampseros?
Lance Anacampseros (Anacampseros lanceolata) belongs to the Anacampserotaceae family within the Anacampseros genus. Lance Anacampseros is native to the western Karoo and Overberg regions of South Africa.
Lance Anacampseros displays a low rosette, clumping succulent growth habit, reaching up to tall with a spread of approximately 6 ft. Lance Anacampseros produces small daisy-like flowers in shades of pink, purple, or white.
Leaf size: approximately 2 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Lance Anacampseros?
Anacampseros lanceolata requires watering every 7–14 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 7–14 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the Lance Anacampseros Need?
Lance Anacampseros thrives in bright indirect light. Avoid placing Lance Anacampseros in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.
Light Requirement
Bright indirect light
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Lance Anacampseros Prefer?
Anacampseros lanceolata grows best at temperatures of 50–80°F. Lance Anacampseros prefers humidity levels of 40–60%.
Temperature
50–80°F
Humidity
40–60%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Lance Anacampseros?
Well-draining sandy soil mix with added perlite for extra drainage. Good drainage is essential for Lance Anacampseros to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Lance Anacampseros?
Feed Lance Anacampseros every month 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 month
During the growing season
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How Do You Repot a Lance Anacampseros?
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 Lance Anacampseros?
Lance Anacampseros can be propagated through seeds, offsets, leaf cuttings. Similar propagation techniques also apply to sand rose plant care, which shares the same genus.
Is the Lance Anacampseros Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Lance Anacampseros, 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 Lance Anacampseros?
Lance Anacampseros is susceptible to mealybugs, spider mites. 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 Lance Anacampseros Need?
Lance Anacampseros grows outdoors in USDA Zone 9b – 11b. It survives winters down to planting zone 9b. Lance Anacampseros is native to the western Karoo and Overberg regions of South Africa. In cooler regions, grow Lance Anacampseros as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 9b – 11b
Keep exploring plants
Lance Anacampseros 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 Anacampseros genus — compare its care with other Anacampseros species on PlantoScan.
Anacampseros is part of the Anacampserotaceae plant family — browse all Anacampserotaceae genera and species.
Lance Anacampseros thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
More Anacampseros Species
Other Anacampseros species in PlantoScan's care catalogue share similar watering, light, and soil preferences:
Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Anacampseros lanceolata (Haw.) Sweet, family Anacampserotaceae (first published in Hort. Brit. : 170 (1826)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Lance Anacampseros, 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: Danie Palm, CC BY 4.0, iNaturalist — original.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 9b – 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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