How to Care for Aeonium arboreum 'Zwartkop' (Tree Aeonium)

Korean name: 아에오니움 흑법사

Aeonium arboreum 'Zwartkop' is a succulent plant known for its dark purple to almost black leaves. The leaves form rosettes, and the plant typically grows 30 to 60 cm tall. It prefers bright sunlight and tolerates dry conditions, making it relatively easy to care for.

Key facts

• Category: Succulent
• Family: Crassulaceae
• Difficulty: Easy
• Where to keep: indoors or outdoors
• Native to: North Africa, Canary Islands
• Growth rate: Moderate
• Pets: Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.
• Traits: succulent, dark leaves, beginner-friendly, sunlight needed, drought tolerant
• Also known as: Aeonium arboreum, Tree Aeonium, Black Rose Aeonium, Zwartkop Aeonium

Care Guide

• Light: Place in bright direct sunlight.
• Watering: Water thoroughly when the soil is completely dry.
• Soil: Use well-draining soil for succulents.
• Humidity: Prefers dry environments.
• Temperature: 15~25°C
• Fertilizer: Apply diluted liquid fertilizer every 4 weeks during growing season.

Common questions

How often should you water Aeonium arboreum 'Zwartkop'?

Water thoroughly when the soil is completely dry. Roughly every 14 days is the baseline; adjust for the season and the spot it sits in.

Where should you keep Aeonium arboreum 'Zwartkop'?

It likes Place in bright direct sunlight.. You can grow it indoors or outdoors. Use Use well-draining soil for succulents..

Is Aeonium arboreum 'Zwartkop' safe around pets?

Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.

Is Aeonium arboreum 'Zwartkop' good for beginners?

Difficulty: Easy. It is forgiving enough for a first plant. Keep it around 15~25°C. Humidity: Prefers dry environments.. Fertilise Apply diluted liquid fertilizer every 4 weeks during growing season..