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    Espostoa melanostele

    Also Known As

    • Binghamia melanostele
    • Cephalocereus melanostele
    • Espostoa haagei
    • Pilocereus lanatus var. haagei
    • Pseudoespostoa melanostele

    Plant type

    shrub, cactus / succulent

    size

    • H: 2'-6'
    • W: 18"-48"

    planting zones

    • 9b-11

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    Espostoa melanostele plant details

    Espostoa melanostele is an evergreen cactus / succulent or shrub with green foliage. In spring and summer white flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Espostoa melanostele

    Plant type: cactus / succulent or shrub
    Plant family: cactaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 18 IN - 48 IN - wide, 2 FT - 6 FT - tall
    Flowers: white blooms in spring and summer

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Espostoa melanostele

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

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Peru; Shrubby, branching from base, to 8ft. w/lateral cephalium.

    By: Cactus Jungle

    Protect from Direct Afternoon Sun. Morning Sun to Partial Shade. White to Near White. Outdoor/ Indoor.

    By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens

    Gardening facts about Espostoa melanostele plant

    How to Grow Espostoa melanostele

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly sun

    • Water Needs

      • low - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained
      • rocky
      • gritty

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • white

    • Flower Season

      • spring
      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

    • Texture

      • fuzzy

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