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Kleinia stapeliiformis

Also Known As

  • Kleinia stapeliaeformis
  • Senecio stapeliaeformis
  • Senecio stapeliiformis
  • Inch Worm
  • Pickle Plant
  • Spider Plant
  • Trailing Jade

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 12"-36"
  • W: 6"-24"

planting zones

  • 9b-12

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Kleinia stapeliiformis plant details

Kleinia stapeliiformis is an evergreen cactus / succulent with blue and green foliage. In spring orange and red flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Kleinia stapeliiformis

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 6 IN - 24 IN - wide, 12 IN - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: orange and red blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, houseplant, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Kleinia stapeliiformis

USDA Zones: 9b - 12
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Senecio stapeliiformis, or Pickle Plant, is a unique, pencil-like succulent that is blue green with distinct, dark green vertical markings and tiny white spines. This variety is slow-growing, reaching up to 10” tall, and remains upright long term. Forms clumps by spreading, underground stems.

Gardening facts about Kleinia stapeliiformis plant

How to Grow Kleinia stapeliiformis

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in winter
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • red
    • orange
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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