Elkhorn Plant

The Elkhorn Plant (Rhombophyllum dolabriforme) is an interesting succulent native to South Africa. It is a low shrub only reaching 9-12 inches tall. The leaves grow upward curving with notched tips that look like elk horns or mittens. They are medium to dark green with translucent dots. It produces yellow daisy like flowers given the right conditions.

AKA: Hatchet Plant

Light: bright indirect to direct

Water: allow the soil to dry out completely before watering. Water slowly and evenly until water comes out of the drainage holes; discard excess to avoid root rot.

Humidity: dry to average home humidity

Toxicity: non-toxic to cats, dogs and humans

Potting Mix: fast draining and fast drying; Cactus & Succulent Mix

Additional Care: reduce watering in the winter