Fingertips - Dudleya edulis (Care, Characteristics, Distribution, Images)

Fingertips

Fingertips (Dudleya edulis) is a flowering succulent that is pollinated by flies and bees. Fingertips grows in coastal California and Baja California in rocky soils. This species is often planted for ground cover in hummingbird gardens. Fingertips plants also take the name Dead Man's Fingers.

Scientific classification

Species

Fingertips (Dudleya edulis)

Saxifrages, stonecrops and allies

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Perennial

Lifespan

Herb

Plant Type

Spring, Early summer, Mid summer

Bloom Time

Spring

Harvest Time

1 m

Plant Height

1 m

Spread

Green

Leaf Color

20 - 41 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Images of Fingertips

Distribution of Fingertips

Distribution Map

Fingertips is primarily native to the northwestern regions of the North American continent. It has been introduced and cultivated in areas with compatible climates beyond its original range, adapting to various regions that can support its growth requirements.

Native

Cultivated

Invasive

Introduced

No species reported

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Habitat

Rocky hillsides

Hemisphere Trend Curve

Northern

Sorthern

Care Guide for Fingertips

Every 2-3 weeks

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

20 - 41 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Succulent & Cactus Soil

Soil Type

Water: Fingertips thrives in arid conditions, requiring deep watering every 2-3 weeks, allowing soil to dry fully between. Best suited for outdoor cultivation, fingertips benefits from natural rainfall and temperature variations that enhance its succulent qualities and water storage abilities.

Fertilize: For fingertips, use a succulents and cacti fertilizer every 3-4 months at half the recommended dose during growth periods. Avoid fertilizing in dormancy. Prioritize root health by applying nutrients to moist soil, and choose water-soluble formulas to prevent root burn and ensure even distribution.

Pruning: To maintain the shape of fingertips, prune redundant or dense branches in spring and fall using tools like knives or scissors. For propagation, cut a stout stem with 5-6 leaves, apply sulfur powder to the wound, and plant after the wound heals, using slightly moist soil.

Propagation: Fingertips, a native succulent, is primarily propagated through healthy stem cuttings. Let cuttings dry for a few days before planting in a well-draining mix, maintaining moderate moisture without waterlogging. A warm, sheltered environment aids root development for optimal growth.

Repotting: Fingertips is a succulent that forms a rosette approximately 25 cm (10 inches) wide. Repot every two years in spring using a pot 2.5-5 cm (1-2 inches) larger. Ensure well-draining soil is dry post-repotting; avoid watering for one week to prevent root rot before resuming minimal watering.

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