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Eriosyce taltalensis [violet-flowered form]

Also Known As

  • Eriosyce taltalensis var. violaciflora

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 4"-6"
  • W: 3"-9"

planting zones

  • 9b-11

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Eriosyce taltalensis [violet-flowered form] plant details

Eriosyce taltalensis [violet-flowered form] is an evergreen cactus / succulent with blue and green foliage. In spring purple flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Grows well with sun and low water. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Eriosyce taltalensis [violet-flowered form]

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: cactaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 3 IN - 9 IN - wide, 4 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in spring
Uses: showy spines

GROWING CONDITIONS for Eriosyce taltalensis [violet-flowered form]

USDA Zones: 9b - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: low
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Short tap-root, long black spines, small purple flowers.

Gardening facts about Eriosyce taltalensis [violet-flowered form] plant

How to Grow Eriosyce taltalensis [violet-flowered form]

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • low
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • purple
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • fuzzy

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Plant Type

Cactus / Succulent

Zones

9a-11

Size

Height: 4"-6"

Width: 6"-12"

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

Cactus / Succulent

Zones

9b-11

Size

Height: 8"

Width: 3"

  • sun - mostly sun
  • regular
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Plant Type

Cactus / Succulent

Zones

9b-11

Size

Height: 6"

Width: 6"

  • sun - mostly shade
  • low - drought tolerant
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Cactus / Succulent

Zones

10a-11

Size

Height: 2"-6"

Width: 2"-6"

  • sun - mostly sun
  • low
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Plant Type

Cactus / Succulent

Zones

9b-11

Size

Height: 6"-12"

Width: 6"-12"

  • sun
  • occasional - drought tolerant
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