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Plant Profiles / Black rose aeonium
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Black rose aeonium
Aeonium arboreum 'Zwartkop' · Black tree aeonium
Glossy, near-black rosettes on branching stems. A dramatic succulent for sunny pots.
Full sunLight
Weekly in winterWater
EasyCare level
Care at a glance
Light
Full sun
ShadeFull sun
Sun for dark colour.
Water
Weekly in winter
DryWet
Less in summer.
Humidity
Low
LowHigh
Dry.
Temperature
2–30°C (36–86°F)
CoolWarm
Light frost.
Growth
Moderate
SlowFast
60–90 cm.
Soil
Cactus mix
LeanRich
Gritty.
Fertiliser
Autumn–spring
RarelyOften
Light.
Pet safety
Non-toxic
SafeToxic
Safe.
About this plant
Aeoniums come from the Canary Islands and grow in winter, resting in summer heat.
Best spots
Sunny balconies and modern pots.
Plant facts
| Botanical name | Aeonium arboreum 'Zwartkop' |
| Family | Crassulaceae |
| Origin | Canary Islands |
| Plant type | Succulent |
| Mature size | 60–90 cm |
| Growth rate | Moderate |
| Foliage | Black rosettes |
| Toxicity | Non-toxic |
| Propagation | Cuttings |
Seasonal care calendar
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Active growth
Dormant
Active growthDormant
Based on Southern Hemisphere seasons.
Troubleshooting
| Closing rosettes | Summer dormancy. |
| Green | Shade. |
| Rot | Wet summer. |
| Leggy | Cut back. |
| Mealybugs | Alcohol. |
Common questions
Summer?
Dormant.
Black?
In sun.
Pets?
Safe.
Propagate?
Cuttings.
