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Black Aeonium
Erect stems with dense rosettes of black-purple foliage held on top. Full sun only in coastal or cooler climates. Provide partial shade in hot climates. Semi-deciduous, 'Zwartkop' may drop its leaves during high summer heat and humidity.
Aeonium arboreum 'Zwartkop' ('Schwarzkopf')
Leaf Characteristics
Leaf texture : Glossy, succulent
Leaf width : 6-8"
Leaf shape : Rosette
Leaf color : Purple-black
Flower Characteristics
Flower notes : Cone-shaped flower clusters.
Flower shape : Star-shaped
Flower color : Yellow
Plant Anatomy
Foliage growth cycle : Semi-deciduous
Average size maturity width : 1-2 ft.
Average size maturity height : 3 ft.
Cultural Information
USDA Zone : 25 to 30 F ( Z9b)
Sunset zone : 15-17, 20-24
Water requirements : Moderate
Light exposure : Partial Sun
Landscape Attributes
Frost tender : Yes
Attractive bark : Yes