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Tylecodon wallichii

Also Known As

  • Cotyledon wallichii

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 20"
  • W: 15"-24"

planting zones

  • 9b-10b

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Tylecodon wallichii plant details

Tylecodon wallichii is a deciduous cactus / succulent with blue and green foliage. In spring and summer orange and yellow flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun and low water. Prefers to be dry in summer, dry in winter. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Tylecodon wallichii

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: crassulaceae
Foliage: deciduous blue and green
Mature size: 15 IN - 24 IN - wide, 20 IN tall
Flowers: orange and yellow blooms in spring and summer
Uses: container plant, desert garden, firescaping/fire wise, houseplant, rock garden, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Tylecodon wallichii

USDA Zones: 9b - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Shrubby deciduous caudiciform to 20"; poisonous. Hardy to 25 °F if dry.

Gardening facts about Tylecodon wallichii plant

How to Grow Tylecodon wallichii

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • low
  • Water Needs

    • dry in winter
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • orange
    • yellow
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • glaucous
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