Anacampseros Rufescens (Sand Rose)

Add a touch of desert charm to your home with the captivating Anacampseros rufescens, also known as the Sand Rose. This delightful succulent, native to South Africa, forms clusters of tightly packed rosettes with fleshy, colorful leaves that blush a beautiful rose color when exposed to ample sunlight.   

Key Features:

• Rosy Hues: The leaves of Anacampseros rufescens are typically a soft green, but with increased sunlight, the tips and edges deepen to a vibrant rosy pink or even a deep red, creating a captivating display.
• Compact Rosettes: The leaves are arranged in a tight, symmetrical rosette formation, giving the plant a neat and tidy appearance. It typically grows to about 2-4 inches in diameter, making it ideal for small pots, containers, or as part of a mixed succulent arrangement.   
• Unique Texture: The leaves are covered in tiny, silvery hairs, giving them a velvety texture that's both visually appealing and delightful to touch.
• Showy Blooms: In the spring and summer months, this succulent produces delicate, pink or purple flowers that emerge from the center of the rosettes, adding a touch of elegance to its already charming appearance.

Why You'll Love It:

• Ever-Changing Beauty: The foliage of 'Sand Rose' transforms with the seasons and sunlight, offering a dynamic and captivating display year-round.   
• Versatile & Adaptable: Its compact rosette form makes it perfect for various settings, from rock gardens and container plantings to indoor displays on sunny windowsills.   
• Low-Maintenance: This easy-going succulent requires minimal care, making it ideal for beginners or busy plant enthusiasts.   

Care Tips:

• Sunlight: Provide ample bright, indirect light or gentle morning sun to enhance the rosy coloration. 
• Water: Water thoroughly when the soil is completely dry, allowing it to dry out between waterings.
• Soil: Plant in well-draining soil, such as a cactus or succulent mix.   

Bring a Touch of the Desert to Your Home:

Order your Anacampseros rufescens today and enjoy its captivating beauty and effortless charm!

The first photo serves a display purpose only. other plants pictured are in 80mm diameter container. While the image provides a representative depiction of what you will receive, but may vary slightly because no two succulents are the same. 

Please note  — NT, TAS, WA customers: please contact us before placing your order due to additional quarantine charges associated with these locations.
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