Fenestraria rhopalophylla 'Baby Toes' subs. aurantiaca is a captivating, small succulent native to the arid regions of Namibia and South Africa. This distinctive species features compact, upright, cylindrical leaves with translucent "windows" at their tips, which allow light to penetrate deep inside for photosynthesis. Unlike its more common counterpart, this subspecies produces striking yellow to orange flowers, adding a vibrant splash of colour to its already fascinating appearance.
Distinctive Features
Translucent Leaf Windows: The leaf tips are transparent, helping the plant absorb sunlight while minimising water loss.
Compact, Clump-forming Growth: Forms dense clusters of small, plump leaves resembling tiny toes.
Bright Yellow-Orange Blooms: Produces cheerful, daisy-like flowers in autumn and winter, contrasting beautifully with its pale green leaves.
Care Tips
Light: Requires full sun to partial shade, with at least 4-6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Water: Water sparingly; allow the soil to dry completely between waterings. Reduce watering in winter.
Humidity: Prefers dry conditions with good airflow.
Media: Well-draining, sandy or gritty cactus mix is ideal.
Temperature: Thrives in warm temperatures between 18-30°C but can tolerate brief dips to around 5°C.
Fertiliser: Use a diluted succulent fertiliser once a month during the growing season.
Repotting: Repot only when necessary, as it prefers to be root-bound.
Shipping Schedule and Biosecurity Information
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Dispatch Day: All orders are dispatched on Tuesdays.
Cut-off for Same Week Dispatch: Orders must be placed by Monday 7am (AEST) to be sent that week. Orders placed after this will be dispatched the following Tuesday.
WA, NT & TAS Orders
Cut-off: Orders to WA, NT and TAS must be placed by Friday 7am (AEST) to be included in the following week’s dispatch.
Treatment & Delay: These orders require biosecurity treatment and certification, which is completed each Friday. Please allow an additional 1–2 weeks for processing.
Plant Health Certification (PHAC) Fees
$20 fee applies to WA orders.
$10 fee applies to NT and TAS orders.
This fee is per order (not per plant) and is included in your shipping cost at checkout.
Please note that we operate independently from Collectors Corner. For any enquiries, please refer to our contact page.
