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Dorstenia soil
Posted: Mon Aug 21, 2023 11:02 pm
by Jaybizzle
I’ve had a couple of Dorstenia foetida that rotted or aren’t really well rooted. I use a typical cactus mix with low organic content. Are there any tips/suggestions here?
Thanks
Re: Dorstenia soil
Posted: Wed Feb 07, 2024 2:56 pm
by kestrel
Commercial cactus mix tend to have too much fine particles, so I'd recommend adding something like pumice or perlite. Bonsai soil can also be a good addition, it's very well-draining.
More generally, if your plant is in a cold spot / getting less light at the moment you should water less frequently. Clay pots also help against rot, because they're porous and allow more evaporation. Good luck!
Re: Dorstenia soil
Posted: Wed Feb 07, 2024 4:23 pm
by mmcavall
I use basically sandy soil with gravel (1:1). It works fine for me
Re: Dorstenia soil
Posted: Wed Feb 07, 2024 4:31 pm
by Aiko
Jaybizzle wrote: ↑Mon Aug 21, 2023 11:02 pm
I’ve had a couple of Dorstenia foetida that rotted or aren’t really well rooted. I use a typical cactus mix with low organic content. Are there any tips/suggestions here?
Not that the soil will be of much influence if it drains well, but for anything that has leaves I would use a soil mix with a higher organic content myself.