Cheiridopsis species

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 6"
W: 6"

planting zones

9a-10b

Cheiridopsis species plant details

Cheiridopsis species is a semi-evergreen cactus / succulent with green, variegated and white foliage. In winter yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in gritty and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cheiridopsis species

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: aizoaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green, variegated and white
Mature size: 6 IN wide, 6 IN tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in winter
Uses: container plant, rock garden, winter interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cheiridopsis species

USDA Zones: 9a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low

Soil needs: gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A mystery mesemb! This wee tufted succulent has nubbly leaves, a little like a Lithops & glowing yellow flowers with warm highlights. It blooms in Winter, is drought tolerant & is an ideal candidate for the rock garden if you don’t mind having a little unknown in the mix! From Namaqualand, but all other details are our best guess - from what I’ve seen, it looks like it won’t be more than 6” high & wide. Good drainage would be our best bet! Definitely good in a pot.

By: Annie's Annuals & Perennials

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How to Grow Cheiridopsis species

Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- gritty

Features

Foliage Color
- variegated
- white
- green
Flower Color
- yellow
Flower Season
- winter
Foliage Season
- semi-evergreen

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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

Height: 6"

Width: 6"

sun - bright shade
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