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Pleiospilos bolusii
Also Known As
- Mesembryanthemum bolusii
- Living Rock Cactus
- Mimicry Plant
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 4"-6"
- W: 3"-9"
planting zones
- 9b-11
Pleiospilos bolusii plant details
Pleiospilos bolusii is a cactus / succulent with blue foliage. In fall and summer yellow flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun and low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Pleiospilos bolusii
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: aizoaceae
- Mature size: 3 IN - 9 IN - wide, 4 IN - 6 IN - tall
- Flowers: yellow blooms in fall and summer
- Uses: container plant, gravel garden, rock garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Pleiospilos bolusii
- USDA Zones: 9b - 11
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: low
- Resistant to: heat
- Soil needs: average, lean and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Cactus Jungle
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How to Grow Pleiospilos bolusii
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- low - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- lean
- well-drained
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- blue
Flower Color
- yellow
Flower Season
- summer
- fall
Texture
- glaucous
Landscape groups by tags
See other plant types of Pleiospilos for your garden
aka Pleiospilos pedunculata, Pleiospilos tiliaceus tricolor, Split Rock
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9b-12
Size
Height: 3"-5"
Width: 3"-4"
- sun - bright shade
- regular - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
aka Liver Plant, Royal Flush Split Rock, Stone Plant 'Royal Flush'
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9b-10b
Size
Height: 1"-2"
Width: 6"-9"
- sun - bright shade
- low - drought tolerant
aka Mesembryanthemum simulans, Split Rock
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9b-11
Size
Height: 6"
Width: 12"
- sun - mostly sun
- low - drought tolerant
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