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Glottiphyllum longum
Also Known As
- Glottiphyllum latum
- Tongue-Leaf Plant
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 4"-6"
- W: 6"-15"
planting zones
- 9b-11
Glottiphyllum longum plant details
Glottiphyllum longum is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In fall yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Glottiphyllum longum
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: aizoaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 6 IN - 15 IN - wide, 4 IN - 6 IN - tall
- Flowers: yellow blooms in fall
GROWING CONDITIONS for Glottiphyllum longum
- USDA Zones: 9b - 11
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: low
- Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Cactus Jungle
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Gardening facts about Glottiphyllum longum plant
How to Grow Glottiphyllum longum
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- low - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- yellow
Flower Season
- fall
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9b-11
Size
Height: 4"-6"
Width: 6"-15"
- sun - mostly sun
- low - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent, Groundcover
Zones
8a-10b
Size
Height: 2"-5"
Width: 8"-15"
- sun
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9a-11
Size
Height: 3"-6"
Width: 3"-6"
- sun - mostly sun
- drought tolerant
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