Aloinopsis malherbei - Giant Jewel Plant
Aloinopsis malherbei - Giant Jewel Plant
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📝 Description
Morphological Characteristics
Aloinopsis malherbei is a compact, rare succulent known for its eye-catching tuberous root system and unique, jewel-like leaf structure. It forms low-growing rosettes or mats of thick, tongue-shaped leaves that are gray-green to olive and densely covered with fine white tubercles, giving the plant a glistening, textured surface.
The leaves often have blunt tips with translucent dots and margins, adding to their ornamental charm. Mature specimens typically remain under 8 cm (3 inches) tall but can spread outward slowly with time.
From late winter to early spring, it produces large, daisy-like yellow flowers with a central cluster of stamens, often appearing oversized in proportion to the body. Blooms open in the afternoon sun and close by evening.
Growth Habits
Aloinopsis malherbei is a winter-growing, drought-adapted succulent that enters dormancy during the hot summer. It thrives in rocky, mineral-rich soils with excellent drainage and prefers cool, dry growing seasons.
Due to its compact form and fleshy roots, it is ideal for deep pots or rock crevice-style arrangements.
Maintenance Points
• Lighting: Requires bright light to full sun. Indoors, place near a south- or west-facing window. Outdoors, protect from extreme heat.
• Watering: Water during the winter growing season (fall to early spring). Keep almost completely dry during summer dormancy.
• Soil: Needs fast-draining, gritty mix with high mineral content. Use pumice, coarse sand, or crushed lava rock.
• Temperature: Prefers cooler temps during growth (10–25°C / 50–77°F). Not frost-hardy—protect below 5°C (41°F).
• Fertilization: Light feeding with low-nitrogen cactus fertilizer once or twice during the active season.
• Handling: Avoid overhandling to prevent root damage. Deep pots are best to accommodate its tuberous base.
• Pest Resistance: Generally trouble-free with good airflow. Susceptible to rot if overwatered in summer.
Display & Use
Aloinopsis malherbei is highly suited for:
• Deep bonsai-style clay or stone pots
• Winter-grower specialty collections
• Rock gardens with sharp drainage
• Companion planting with Lithops, Titanopsis, or Pleiospilos
🌿 Care Tips
Plant Care
Light
Water
Soil
Temperature
Hardiness
Fertilizer
Propagation: Leaf/offset cuttings
Common issues: Etiolation, mealybugs, rot
🌟 Note: It’s normal for succulents to appear slightly shriveled after shipping. They usually recover within a few days in a suitable environment.
📦 Shipping Info
Seah Shipping Policy
Effective Date: November 2025
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- Business days only: We process and ship Monday–Friday. No shipping on weekends or U.S. federal holidays.
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| Method | Estimated Transit | Total ETA (Handling + Transit) |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | 5–8 business days | 6–11 business days |
| Express | 3–4 business days | 4–7 business days |
ETAs are estimates. Weather, holidays, carrier delays or high-volume periods may extend delivery times.
4) Seasonal Temperature & Plant Safety
- Winter (Nov–Mar): We strongly recommend adding a heat pack at checkout to protect plants from freezing. Orders shipped without a heat pack during cold conditions are not covered for cold damage.
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- Packaging: Plants are carefully packed (bare-root or potted by type/size) to minimize transit stress.
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