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Cheiridopsis candidissima

Also Known As

  • Cheiridopsis denticulata
  • Mesembryanthemum candidissimum
  • Mesembryanthemum denticulatum var. candidissimum

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 4"-6"
  • W: 6"-12"

planting zones

  • 9b-11

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Cheiridopsis candidissima plant details

Cheiridopsis candidissima is an evergreen cactus / succulent with blue foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Does well in average, lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cheiridopsis candidissima

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: aizoaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 4 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, gravel garden, rock garden, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cheiridopsis candidissima

USDA Zones: 9b - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average, lean and well-drained

Gardening facts about Cheiridopsis candidissima plant

How to Grow Cheiridopsis candidissima

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - low
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • lean
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glaucous

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aka Cheiridopsis papillata, Cheiridopsis richardiana, Cheiridopsis vanzijlii, Cheiridopsis vanzylii, Victory Plant

Plant Type

Cactus / Succulent

Zones

10a-11

Size

Height: 6"

Width: 6"

  • sun - bright shade
  • regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type

Cactus / Succulent

Zones

10a-12

Size

Height: 4"-8"

Width: 6"-12"

  • sun - dappled shade
  • occasional - drought tolerant
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Zones

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Size

Height: 6"

Width: 6"

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  • regular - drought tolerant
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Zones

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Size

Height: 2"

Width: 4"

  • sun - mostly sun
  • occasional - drought tolerant
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