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Geopyxis carbonaria Plant Care
Sarcosphaera coronaria
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The Sarcosphaera coronaria is easily recognizable by its striking bright red or pinkish color, resembling a delicate flower. Originally from Europe and North America, this rare and unique plant is highly sought after by collectors for its beauty and unusual appearance, making it a prized addition to any garden or collection.
Every 7–14 days
Bright indirect
50–75°F
60–80%
At a glance
How do you care for Geopyxis carbonaria?
Water Geopyxis carbonaria every 7–14 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it bright indirect light. It prefers temperatures of 50–75°F (10–24°C) and 60–80% humidity.
Where Is the Geopyxis carbonaria Native To?
- Albania
- Austria
- Belarus
- Belgium
- Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Bulgaria
- Canada
- Croatia
- Cyprus
- Czechia
- Denmark
- Estonia
- Finland
- France
- Germany
- Greece
- Hungary
- Iceland
- Ireland
- Italy
- Latvia
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Malta
- Mexico
- Moldova
- Montenegro
- North Macedonia
- Norway
- Poland
- Portugal
- Romania
- Russia
- Serbia
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- Spain
- Sweden
- Switzerland
- The Netherlands
- Ukraine
- United Kingdom
- United States
What Is the Geopyxis carbonaria?
Geopyxis carbonaria (Sarcosphaera coronaria) belongs to the Pezizaceae family within the Sarcosphaera genus. Geopyxis carbonaria is native to Europe, North America.
Geopyxis carbonaria displays a cup-shaped, fruiting body growth habit, reaching up to tall with a spread of approximately . Geopyxis carbonaria produces none.
Leaf size: approximately 3 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Geopyxis carbonaria?
Sarcosphaera coronaria 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 Geopyxis carbonaria Need?
Geopyxis carbonaria thrives in bright indirect light. Avoid placing Geopyxis carbonaria in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.
Light Requirement
Bright indirect
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Geopyxis carbonaria Prefer?
Sarcosphaera coronaria grows best at temperatures of 50–75°F. Geopyxis carbonaria prefers humidity levels of 60–80%. A pebble tray or humidifier helps maintain adequate moisture around the plant.
Temperature
50–75°F
Humidity
60–80%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Geopyxis carbonaria?
Well-draining, organic-rich mix. Good drainage is essential for Geopyxis carbonaria to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Do You Repot a Geopyxis carbonaria?
Repot every 1-2 years in spring. Choose a pot one size larger than the current container, and ensure it has drainage holes to allow excess water to escape.
Is the Geopyxis carbonaria Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Geopyxis carbonaria, 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 Geopyxis carbonaria?
Geopyxis carbonaria is susceptible to n/a. 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.
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Geopyxis carbonaria 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 Sarcosphaera genus (family Pezizaceae) — search all Sarcosphaera species in the plant lookup.
Geopyxis carbonaria thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Sarcosphaera coronaria, family Pezizaceae — World Flora Online.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Geopyxis carbonaria, 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: Manuela Fiorini, CC BY 4.0, iNaturalist — original.
- 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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