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Anacampseros rufescens

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 2"-3"
W: 3"-10"

planting zones

9b-12

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Anacampseros rufescens plant details

Anacampseros rufescens is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In spring pink and purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - bright shade and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Anacampseros rufescens

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: anacampserotaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 IN - 10 IN - wide, 2 IN - 3 IN - tall
Flowers: pink and purple blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, houseplant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Anacampseros rufescens

USDA Zones: 9b - 12
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average, gritty, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Small, fleshy succulent from Africa with maroon red leaves covered in minute hairs. Tall flower spikes through spring and summer with little whiteish pink flowers. Forms small, colorful colonies.

By: Paradise Found Nursery

Light Shade. Indoor/ Outdoor (Patio). Pink Flowers.

By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens

Tiny green leaves, stems to 4"l; tiny caudex, small hairs; pink pendant flowers.

By: Cactus Jungle

This is a sweet little succulent from South Africa, perfect for windowsill or mixed container. Small, 3" rosettes of chubby, triangular leaves of green and purple, topped with showy pink-purple flowers in late spring. Give it bright light, well drained soil, and let it dry out between watering. Best brought inside when temperatures approach freezing... Frost hardy to 25 °F, USDA zone 9b.