None Plant Care
Pachyelasma tessmannii (Harms) Harms
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Pachyelasma tessmannii, also known as the "Silver Squill," is a stunning plant prized for its striking silvery-green leaves that grow in a rosette formation. Originating from Africa, this plant is popular among enthusiasts for its unique appearance and ability to thrive in low light conditions.
Every 7–14 days
Full sun to partial shade
65–80°F
40–60%
At a glance
How do you care for None?
Water None every 7–14 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it full sun to partial shade. It prefers temperatures of 65–80°F (18–27°C) and 40–60% humidity. Fertilize it every month during the growing season.
Where Is the None Native To?
What Is the None?
None (Pachyelasma tessmannii) belongs to the Fabaceae family within the Pachyelasma genus. None is native to central Africa.
None displays a vining, climbing shrub growth habit, reaching up to tall with a spread of approximately 1 ft. None produces small clusters of yellow pea-like flowers.
Leaf size: approximately 6 inches.
How Often Should You Water a None?
Pachyelasma tessmannii 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 None Need?
None thrives in full sun to partial shade.
Light Requirement
Full sun to partial shade
What Temperature and Humidity Does the None Prefer?
Pachyelasma tessmannii grows best at temperatures of 65–80°F. None prefers humidity levels of 40–60%.
Temperature
65–80°F
Humidity
40–60%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a None?
Well-draining loamy soil with added compost for nutrients. Good drainage is essential for None to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a None?
Feed None 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 None?
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 None?
None can be propagated through seeds, stem cuttings.
Is the None Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list None, 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 None?
None is susceptible to aphids, whiteflies, 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 None Need?
None grows outdoors in USDA Zone 11a – 12b. It survives winters down to planting zone 11a. None is native to central Africa. In cooler regions, grow None as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 11a – 12b
Keep exploring plants
None 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 Pachyelasma genus — compare its care with other Pachyelasma species on PlantoScan.
Pachyelasma is part of the Fabaceae plant family — browse all Fabaceae genera and species.
None thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Pachyelasma tessmannii (Harms) Harms, family Fabaceae (first published in Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 49: 430 (1913)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list None, 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.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 11a – 12b, 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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