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Disocactus speciosus
Also Known As
- Mexican Jungle Cactus
- Sun Cactus
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 3'
- W: 3'
planting zones
- 10b-11
Disocactus speciosus plant details
Disocactus speciosus is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In spring red flowers emerge. Features fuzzy and glaucous texture. Grows well with sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Disocactus speciosus
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: cactaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 3 FT wide, 3 FT tall
- Flowers: red blooms in spring
- Uses: container plant, houseplant, spiky, xeric
GROWING CONDITIONS for Disocactus speciosus
- USDA Zones: 10b - 11
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular - occasional
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Cactus Jungle
Garden photo gallery of Disocactus speciosus
By: Bernard Loison
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How to Grow Disocactus speciosus
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - occasional
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- red
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glaucous
- fuzzy
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 12"-120"
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 6"-12"
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 12"-36"
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