Trichodiadema bulbosum
Also Known As
- African Bonsai
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 6"-12"
- W: 9"-12"
planting zones
- 9b-10b
Trichodiadema bulbosum plant details
Trichodiadema bulbosum is an evergreen cactus / succulent with blue and green foliage. In summer pink and purple flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun and low water. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Trichodiadema bulbosum
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: aizoaceae
- Foliage: evergreen blue and green
- Mature size: 9 IN - 12 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
- Flowers: pink and purple blooms in summer
- Uses: caudex-forming, container plant, xeric
GROWING CONDITIONS for Trichodiadema bulbosum
- USDA Zones: 9b - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: low
- Resistant to: heat
- Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Afternoon Shade. Indoor/ Outdoor. Violet to Purple-Red with a Yellow center .
By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens
Irregular caudex; shrubby w/long stems, small green leaves purple flowers. Hardy to 25 °F.
By: Cactus Jungle
Gardening facts about Trichodiadema bulbosum plant
How to Grow Trichodiadema bulbosum
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- low
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
- blue
Flower Color
- pink
- purple
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glaucous
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9b-11
Size
Height: 6"-12"
Width: 12"-18"
- sun - mostly sun
- low
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