Plant Care Kussingvygie

Kussingvygie

Also known as

Cushion Fig and Night-Blooming Ice Plant

Taxonomy

Stomatium mustelinum
Stomatium
Aizoaceae
Caryophyllales

How to care for Kussingvygie

💦 Water

How often to water your Kussingvygie

Water needs for Kussingvygie
0.5 cups
every 12

Kussingvygie needs 0.5 cups of water every 12 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Calculate water needs of Kussingvygie

Water 0.5 cups every
12

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

Select the pot size

5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for Kussingvygie in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Kussingvygie: 1ft from a window
1ft or less from
a window

Kussingvygie love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Kussingvygie does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Kussingvygie in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Kussingvygie

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Kussingvygie: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Kussingvygie after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

💡 FAQs
💦 Water Needs

Kussingvygie thrives in dry soil and should be watered sparingly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.


☀️ Sunlight Needs

Kussingvygie requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.


🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.


🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.


Care Summary for Kussingvygie

Kussingvygie

Kussingvygie


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 12 days

Placement

< 1ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

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