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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

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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

Small caudiciform hybrid with rose flowers

Gardening facts about Nananthus vittata x Aloinopsis orpenii plant

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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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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Zones

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Size

Height: 2"

Width: 4"

  • 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
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