Avonia Quinaria - Red Flower Avonia
Avonia Quinaria - Red Flower Avonia
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📝 Description
Morphological Characteristics
Avonia quinaria is a rare and visually unique succulent, known for its compact, caudiciform base and delicate, papery white scale-covered stems. The plant forms a small, tuberous rootstock (caudex), from which multiple cylindrical stems arise—often less than 5 cm (2 inches) tall—creating a tangled, almost coral-like structure.
Each stem is densely wrapped in tiny white, overlapping, parchment-like bracts that reflect sunlight and provide protection against intense heat. Hidden beneath the scales are the plant’s green photosynthetic tissues.
The most striking feature of Avonia quinaria is its brilliant magenta to reddish-pink flowers, which emerge singly at the stem tips during late spring or summer. These small but intensely colored blooms create a striking contrast with the silvery foliage.
Growth Habits
Avonia quinaria is a slow-growing, miniature succulent with a preference for warm, dry environments and minimal disturbance. It thrives in rocky, mineral-rich soils and is typically grown as a specimen plant in shallow pots.
Due to its unique structure and showy blooms, it is prized by collectors of miniature succulents and caudiciform plants.
Maintenance Points
• Lighting: Requires bright light to full sun. Indoors, use strong grow lights or place in a south-facing window.
• Watering: Water sparingly during active growth (spring/summer). Allow the soil to dry out fully. Keep nearly dry in winter.
• Soil: Requires an extremely fast-draining, gritty mix. Ideal blends include pumice, coarse sand, and minimal organic material.
• Temperature: Optimal range is 20–30°C (68–86°F). Protect from cold—minimum safe temperature is 5°C (41°F).
• Fertilization: Very light feeding once or twice during the growing season using diluted cactus fertilizer.
• Handling: Very fragile stems and papery scales—handle with great care to avoid damage.
• Pest Resistance: Generally pest-resistant in dry conditions. Overwatering can invite root rot.
Display & Use
Avonia quinaria is a specialty succulent ideal for:
• Bonsai-style shallow dish displays
• Minimalist collector trays
• Pairing with other caudiciforms or mini succulents (e.g., Lithops, Ariocarpus)
• Rock gardens or glass display domes with excellent airflow
🌿 Care Tips
Plant Care
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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
This Shipping Policy applies to orders delivered within the continental United States (the lower 48 states). By purchasing from Seah, you agree to the terms below.
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- Automatic rate calculation: Shipping is calculated at checkout based on weight, destination ZIP and carrier rates.
- Free Standard Shipping: Orders $59+ (pre-tax, after discounts) ship free to the lower 48 states.
- Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico & other territories: Not eligible for free shipping or standard flat offers at this time.
- Taxes/Duties: Applicable sales tax and any fees are shown at checkout.
2) Processing Schedule
- Business days only: We process and ship Monday–Friday. No shipping on weekends or U.S. federal holidays.
- Handling time: 1–3 business days after payment confirmation.
- Cut-off time: Orders placed before 3:00 PM (PST) are prioritized for same-day processing; others roll to the next business day.
- Changes/Cancellations: Email support@seah.co within 12 hours of purchase; after that, the order may already be in processing.
3) Transit Times
| 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.
- Summer heat: During extreme heat waves, we may hold shipments until temperatures normalize. We’ll notify you if there’s a hold.
- Packaging: Plants are carefully packed (bare-root or potted by type/size) to minimize transit stress.
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- Seah isn’t responsible for delays or loss due to incorrect addresses provided at checkout.
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