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Nananthus vittata x Aloinopsis orpenii
Also Known As
- Nananthus transvaalensis x Aloinopsis orpenii
Plant type
cactus / succulent, groundcover
size
- H: 4"-6"
- W: 6"-12"
planting zones
- 9b-11
Nananthus vittata x Aloinopsis orpenii plant details
Nananthus vittata x Aloinopsis orpenii is an evergreen groundcover cactus / succulent with blue and green foliage. In spring and summer pink flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and low water. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Nananthus vittata x Aloinopsis orpenii
- Plant type: groundcover cactus / succulent
- Plant family: aizoaceae
- Foliage: evergreen blue and green
- Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 4 IN - 6 IN - tall
- Flowers: pink blooms in spring and summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Nananthus vittata x Aloinopsis orpenii
- USDA Zones: 9b - 11
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: low
- Resistant to: heat
- Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Cactus Jungle
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How to Grow Nananthus vittata x Aloinopsis orpenii
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- low
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
- blue
Flower Color
- pink
Wildlife
- bees
Flower Season
- summer
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glaucous
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aka Aloinopsis aloides, Mesembryanthemum aloides, Nananthus aloides, Nananthus transvaalensis
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9b-11
Size
Height: 4"-6"
Width: 6"-12"
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9a-12
Size
Height: 1"-2"
Width: 4"-16"
- sun - dappled shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
- dry when dormant
aka Aloinopsis schoonessii, Nananthus schooneesii, Living Stone
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9b-12
Size
Height: 4"-6"
Width: 3"-9"
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
- dry when dormant
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9b-12
Size
Height: 4"-6"
Width: 3"-9"
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
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Cactus / Succulent
Zones
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Size
Height: 2"
Width: 4"
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
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