Corkscrew Albuca

Corkscrew Albuca Care

Albuca spiralis

What is the plant

If you are looking for an extraordinary yet easy-care plant, consider Albuca spiralis. This unique succulent with twisted leaves will decorate your windowsill.

This plant, also known as Frizzle Sizzle, or Curly Albuca, is native to South Africa. It’s famous for its long and narrow leaves that have curly shapes. Corkscrew Albuca can grow to 12 inches (30 cm) tall.

Albuca spiralis also blooms with fragrant yellow flowers that appear in autumn or winter. Their smell reminds sweet vanilla.

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Humidity

Normal

Lighting

Full Sun

Temperature

15°C - 19°C

Hardiness zone

8a - 10b

Difficulty

Medium

Hibernation

Warm Period

How to Care for the Plant

Water
Allow the top layer of soil to dry by a third before watering the plant. In cold periods such as autumn and winter, reduce watering frequency to once every two to three weeks.
Pruning
It is unnecessary to prune this plant, but do not forget to remove dead leaves so that Corkscrew Albuca does not waste energy on it.
Fertilizer
When the plant is in bloom in the fall and winter, feed it with a well-balanced houseplant fertilizer once a month. Spring and summer are a period of rest, so there is no need to fertilize the plant at this time.

Disease diagnosis

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Sunlight
Corkscrew Albuca needs one to two hours of direct sunlight daily for rapid growth. It is ideal for placing this plant on the North, East, or West windowsill.
Soil
According to qualification, it’s a succulent, so this plant needs well-drained soil. You can use a universal succulent potting mix and add more sand to it to provide additional aeration and lightness.
Propagation
The best way to propagate Corkscrew Albuca is by seed. You only need to deepen it by a centimeter and slightly moisten the soil. Place the seed pot in a warm place until it germinates.

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Temperature
The ideal temperature for this plant is 60-75ºF (15-24ºC); however, Albuca spiralis cannot tolerate high temperatures, so move the plant to shade during the heat.
Container
You can choose a pot made of any material, but make sure it has drainage holes. Also, avoid too large containers, and choose the size according to the root system.
Fun fact
The plant is toxic, so keep your pets and children away.