Baby Toes Bambino
$18.99
2.5” Pot
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The "Baby Toes" plant (Fenestraria rhopalophylla) is a unique succulent named for its small, club-shaped leaves that resemble the toes of an infant. Native to the arid regions of Namibia and South Africa, this "window plant" features transparent, gelatinous tips that act as windows, allowing light to reach the lower parts of the leaf buried in the sand.Care Guide for Baby Toes Plant:
- Light: Thrives in bright light, requiring 6 or more hours of sunlight, ideally in a south or west-facing window. They may need protection from intense, direct afternoon sun to prevent burning.
- Watering: Very drought-tolerant, water only when the soil is completely dry or when the leaves appear slightly wrinkled or soft. Overwatering causes them to split or rot.
- Soil: Requires extremely fast-draining soil, such as a cactus/succulent mix amended with pumice, perlite, or coarse sand.
- Temperature & Humidity: Prefers temperatures between 65–85°F (18–29°C) and low humidity.
- Flowering: Produces white or yellow daisy-like flowers in the winter or spring.
- Growth Cycle: Actively grows in fall, winter, and spring, and goes dormant during the summer.
Common Issues and Tips:- Leggy Growth: Too little light causes the toes to become long, thin, and floppy.
- Splitting: Too much water will cause the leaves to burst.
- Propagation: Can be propagated by separating offsets (clusters of leaves) from the main plant.
- Repotting: Use a terra cotta pot with a drainage hole for best results.