Photo of Adenia glauca foliage by Barry Parker

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Adenia glauca

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 2'-3'
  • W: 3'-4'

planting zones

  • 10a-12

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Adenia glauca plant details

Adenia glauca is a deciduous cactus / succulent with green foliage. In spring cream, green and yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - bright shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in average, gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Adenia glauca

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: passifloraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: cream, green and yellow blooms in spring
Uses: caudex-forming, container plant, houseplant, toxic

GROWING CONDITIONS for Adenia glauca

USDA Zones: 10a - 12
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average, gritty, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Water when growing, keep on the dry side in winter. Morning Sun to Light Shade. Creamy to Yellow Flowers. Indoor.

By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens

Large swollen stem caudex with taproot; viney with broad leaves.

Gardening facts about Adenia glauca plant

How to Grow Adenia glauca

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - bright shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in winter
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rocky
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • cream
    • yellow
    • green
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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