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    • Photo of Hoodia sp. by Cactus Jungle

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    Hoodia sp.

    Plant type

    cactus / succulent

    size

    • H: 12"
    • W: 12"

    planting zones

    • 9b-11

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    Hoodia sp. plant details

    Hoodia sp. is an evergreen cactus / succulent with blue and green foliage. In summer burgundy flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun and low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Hoodia sp.

    Plant type: cactus / succulent
    Plant family: apocynaceae
    Foliage: evergreen blue and green
    Mature size: 0 - 12 IN - wide, 0 - 12 IN - tall
    Flowers: burgundy blooms in summer
    Uses: container plant, houseplant, rock garden, xeric, year round interest

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Hoodia sp.

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

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Unidentified, but probably a hoodia. Blooms only 3/4" across

    By: Cactus Jungle

    Gardening facts about Hoodia sp. plant

    How to Grow Hoodia sp.

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • low - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • well-drained
      • rocky
      • gritty

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green
      • blue

    • Flower Color

      • burgundy

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

    • Texture

      • glaucous

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