None known Plant Care

Neocussonia capuroniana (Bernardi) Lowry, G.M.Plunkett, Gostel & Frodin

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Neocussonia capuroniana is a striking succulent with thick, spiky, silver-green leaves that form a rosette shape. This plant is native to Madagascar and is highly sought after by collectors for its unique appearance and ability to thrive in dry, arid conditions.

Water

Every 7–14 days

Light

Bright indirect light

Temp

65–80°F

Humidity

50–70%

At a glance

How do you care for None known?

Plant None known in bright indirect light (USDA zones 13b) and water a young tree every 7–14 days until it is established. It tolerates temperatures of 65–80°F (18–27°C). Fertilize it every 6 months during the growing season. It is reported as toxic to pets, so keep it out of reach of pets.

What Is the None known?

None known (Neocussonia capuroniana) belongs to the Araliaceae family within the Neocussonia genus. None known is native to Madagascar.

None known displays a tall, upright tree-like growth habit, reaching up to 6 ft tall with a spread of approximately 3 ft. None known produces small clusters of white, fragrant flowers.

Leaf size: approximately 8 inches.

How Often Should You Water a None known?

Water a young or newly planted None known every 7–14 days, soaking the whole root zone, until it is established — usually one to two growing seasons. Established trees mainly need water during long dry spells. In a container, water whenever the top few centimetres of soil are dry.

Watering Frequency

Every 7–14 days

Until established; then in dry spells

What Light Does the None known Need?

None known thrives in bright indirect light. Avoid placing None known in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.

Light Requirement

Bright indirect light

What Temperature and Humidity Does the None known Prefer?

Neocussonia capuroniana tolerates temperatures of 65–80°F. None known prefers humidity levels of 50–70%. A pebble tray or humidifier helps maintain adequate moisture around the plant.

Temperature

65–80°F

Humidity

50–70%

What Soil Mix Works Best for a None known?

Well-draining, rich loamy soil with added perlite for drainage. Good drainage is essential for None known to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.

How Often Should You Fertilize a None known?

Feed None known every 6 months during the growing season with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer at the rate on the label. Established trees in good soil often need little extra feeding, so let weak growth or pale foliage guide you.

Stop feeding by late summer so new growth can harden before winter.

Fertilizing

Every 6 months

During the growing season

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Where Should You Plant a None known?

Choose a spot with bright indirect light and well-draining, rich loamy soil with added perlite for drainage. Avoid low spots where water collects after rain.

None known is suited to USDA Zone 13b.

Plant container-grown or balled-and-burlapped trees in spring or early autumn, setting the root flare at soil level, and water well after planting.

How Far Apart Should You Plant a None known?

None known can spread to about 3 ft (0.9 m) and reach about 6 ft (2 m) tall. Space plants about 3 ft (0.9 m) apart so mature crowns don't crowd each other, and plant at least half that distance from buildings, fences and paths.

Planning a row or hedge? Try the tree spacing calculator.

How Do You Prune a None known?

Prune None known while it is dormant in late winter: first remove dead, damaged and crossing branches, then thin lightly for shape.

If it flowers in spring, prune right after flowering instead so you don't remove next year's buds. Never take off more than about a quarter of the tree in one year.

How Do You Care for a None known in Winter?

None known is frost-tender (hardy to USDA zone 13). In colder areas grow it in a container and move it to a bright, frost-free place before the first frost.

How Do You Propagate a None known?

None known can be propagated through leaf cuttings, air layering, division. Similar propagation techniques also apply to umbrella tree plant care, which shares the same genus.

Is the None known Toxic to Pets and Children?

Toxic (caution)

Reported as toxic in our plant data. Not verified by the ASPCA.

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 None known?

None known is susceptible to spider mites, mealybugs, scale insects. 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 None known Need?

None known grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13b. It survives winters down to planting zone 13b. None known is native to Madagascar. In cooler regions, grow None known as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.

Hardiness Zone

Zone 13b

Keep exploring plants

None known 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 Neocussonia genus — compare its care with other Neocussonia species on PlantoScan.

Neocussonia is part of the Araliaceae plant family — browse all Araliaceae genera and species.

None known thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.

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Sources

  • Scientific name & taxonomy: Neocussonia capuroniana (Bernardi) Lowry, G.M.Plunkett, Gostel & Frodin, family Araliaceae (first published in Candollea 72: 276 (2017)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
  • Pet toxicity: None known is reported as toxic to pets in our plant data (not verified by the ASPCA), so treat it with caution. Checked against the ASPCA plant list; any other toxicity note on this page comes from PlantoScan's plant database.
  • Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 13b, calculated from the plant's minimum temperature.
  • 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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