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Spoonleaf Fameflower Plant Care
Talinum spathulatum A.Gray
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This plant is easily recognizable by its succulent, spatula-shaped leaves that form rosettes. Originating from South Africa, Talinum spathulatum is highly sought after by plant collectors for its unique appearance and ease of care, making it a valuable addition to any succulent collection.
Every 7–14 days
Full sun to partial shade
60–80°F
50–70%
At a glance
How do you care for Spoonleaf Fameflower?
Water Spoonleaf Fameflower 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 60–80°F (16–27°C) and 50–70% humidity. Fertilize it every month during the growing season.
Where Is the Spoonleaf Fameflower Native To?
- Antigua and Barbuda
- Argentina
- Aruba
- Bahamas
- Barbados
- Bolivia
- Brazil
- Canada
- Cayman Islands
- Chile
- Colombia
- Cuba
- Curaçao
- Dominica
- Dominican Republic
- Ecuador
- French Guiana
- Grenada
- Guadeloupe
- Guyana
- Haiti
- Jamaica
- Martinique
- Mexico
- Paraguay
- Peru
- Puerto Rico
- Saint Kitts and Nevis
- Saint Lucia
- Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
- Suriname
- Trinidad and Tobago
- Turks and Caicos Islands
- United States
- Uruguay
- Venezuela
- Virgin Islands, British
- Virgin Islands, U.S.
What Is the Spoonleaf Fameflower?
Spoonleaf Fameflower (Talinum spathulatum) belongs to the Talinaceae family within the Talinum genus. Spoonleaf Fameflower is native to much of North and South America, and the Caribbean countries.
Spoonleaf Fameflower displays a low rosette, spreading growth habit, reaching up to 1 ft tall with a spread of approximately . Spoonleaf Fameflower produces small star-shaped flowers in shades of pink, purple, or white.
Leaf size: approximately 2 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Spoonleaf Fameflower?
Talinum spathulatum 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 Spoonleaf Fameflower Need?
Spoonleaf Fameflower thrives in full sun to partial shade.
Light Requirement
Full sun to partial shade
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Spoonleaf Fameflower Prefer?
Talinum spathulatum grows best at temperatures of 60–80°F. Spoonleaf Fameflower prefers humidity levels of 50–70%. A pebble tray or humidifier helps maintain adequate moisture around the plant.
Temperature
60–80°F
Humidity
50–70%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Spoonleaf Fameflower?
Well-draining sandy loam with added organic matter. Good drainage is essential for Spoonleaf Fameflower to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Spoonleaf Fameflower?
Feed Spoonleaf Fameflower 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 Spoonleaf Fameflower?
Repot every 1-2 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 Spoonleaf Fameflower?
Spoonleaf Fameflower can be propagated through seeds, division of root clumps. Similar propagation techniques also apply to fame flower plant care, which shares the same genus.
Is the Spoonleaf Fameflower Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Spoonleaf Fameflower, 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 Spoonleaf Fameflower?
Spoonleaf Fameflower is susceptible to aphids, spider mites, whiteflies. 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.
Keep exploring plants
Spoonleaf Fameflower 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 Talinum genus — compare its care with other Talinum species on PlantoScan.
Talinum is part of the Talinaceae plant family — browse all Talinaceae genera and species.
Spoonleaf Fameflower thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Talinum spathulatum A.Gray, family Talinaceae (first published in Smithsonian Contr. Knowl. 3(5): 14 (1852)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Spoonleaf Fameflower, 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: Nicolas Olejnik, 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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