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Hoodia ruschii

Also Known As

  • Queen of the Namib

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 24"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 9a-11

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Hoodia ruschii plant details

Hoodia ruschii is an evergreen cactus / succulent. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Prefers to be dry when dormant. Does well in average, gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hoodia ruschii

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: apocynaceae
Mature size: 0 - 12 IN - wide, 0 - 24 IN - tall
Uses: medicinal

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hoodia ruschii

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average, gritty, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

To 24"h.; used as appetite suppressant, sim. to H.gordonii; frost if very dry

Gardening facts about Hoodia ruschii plant

How to Grow Hoodia ruschii

  • Water Needs

    • occasional - low
  • Water Needs

    • dry when dormant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rocky
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun

Features

  • Texture

    • glaucous
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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