Larryleachia marlothii Plant Care
Larryleachia marlothii (N.E.Br.) Plowes
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Larryleachia marlothii is a summer-flowering succulent plant native to Namibia and southern Angola.
Every 14–21 days
Full sun to partial shade
60–80°F
30–60%
At a glance
How do you care for Larryleachia marlothii?
Water Larryleachia marlothii every 14–21 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 30–60% humidity. Fertilize it every 8 months during the growing season.
What Is the Larryleachia marlothii?
Larryleachia marlothii (Larryleachia marlothii) belongs to the Apocynaceae family within the Larryleachia genus. Larryleachia marlothii is native to Namibia and southern Angola.
Larryleachia marlothii displays a low clumping succulent growth habit, reaching up to 0.5 ft tall with a spread of approximately 0.5 ft. Larryleachia marlothii produces small star-shaped yellow flowers.
Leaf size: approximately 2 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Larryleachia marlothii?
Larryleachia marlothii requires watering every 14–21 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 14–21 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the Larryleachia marlothii Need?
Larryleachia marlothii thrives in full sun to partial shade.
Light Requirement
Full sun to partial shade
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Larryleachia marlothii Prefer?
Larryleachia marlothii grows best at temperatures of 60–80°F. Larryleachia marlothii prefers humidity levels of 30–60%.
Temperature
60–80°F
Humidity
30–60%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Larryleachia marlothii?
Sandy, well-draining soil mix with added perlite and gravel. Good drainage is essential for Larryleachia marlothii to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Larryleachia marlothii?
Feed Larryleachia marlothii every 8 months 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 8 months
During the growing season
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How Do You Repot a Larryleachia marlothii?
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 Larryleachia marlothii?
Larryleachia marlothii can be propagated through stem cuttings, seeds. Similar propagation techniques also apply to larryleachia cactiformis plant care, which shares the same genus.
Is the Larryleachia marlothii Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Larryleachia marlothii, 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 Larryleachia marlothii?
Larryleachia marlothii 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 Larryleachia marlothii Need?
Larryleachia marlothii grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13a. It survives winters down to planting zone 13a. Larryleachia marlothii is native to Namibia and southern Angola. In cooler regions, grow Larryleachia marlothii as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 13a
Keep exploring plants
Larryleachia marlothii 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 Larryleachia genus — compare its care with other Larryleachia species on PlantoScan.
Larryleachia is part of the Apocynaceae plant family — browse all Apocynaceae genera and species.
Larryleachia marlothii thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Larryleachia marlothii (N.E.Br.) Plowes, family Apocynaceae (first published in Excelsa 17: 7 (1996)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Larryleachia marlothii, 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 13a, 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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