Pliospilos compactas
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Pliospilos compactas
Apologies for spelling. I have removed a seed pod from this plant to see if I can germinate a few seeds. Just wondered if I should have left it on the plant longer for seeds to be viable.. Thanks
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Re: Pliospilos compactas
If the capsule opens when you wet it then it is ripe. The seeds might germinate faster and more reliably if you leave them a few more months. Of course I don't know how long they've already been on the plant.
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Re: Pliospilos compactas
I think mesemb seeds often need a few months to mature, even if the capsule is dry and opens on wetting.
So maybe sow a few now, and if nothing happens within 2 or 3 weeks, try again in 2 or 3 months time.
So maybe sow a few now, and if nothing happens within 2 or 3 weeks, try again in 2 or 3 months time.
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Re: Pliospilos compactas
Thanks both. Take care