Coryphantha pallida ssp. calipensis
Also Known As
- Coryphantha calipensis
- Coryphantha pallida ssp. Calipensis
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 3"-6"
- W: 9"-12"
planting zones
- 9b-11
Coryphantha pallida ssp. calipensis plant details
Coryphantha pallida ssp. calipensis is an evergreen cactus / succulent with chocolate and green foliage. In fall and summer yellow flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Grows well with bright shade and low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Coryphantha pallida ssp. calipensis
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: cactaceae
- Foliage: evergreen chocolate and green
- Mature size: 9 IN - 12 IN - wide, 3 IN - 6 IN - tall
- Flowers: yellow blooms in fall and summer
- Uses: houseplant
GROWING CONDITIONS for Coryphantha pallida ssp. calipensis
- USDA Zones: 9b - 11
- Sun exposure: bright shade
- Watering frequency: low
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens
Gardening facts about Coryphantha pallida ssp. calipensis plant
How to Grow Coryphantha pallida ssp. calipensis
Sun Exposure
- bright shade
Water Needs
- low - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
- chocolate
Flower Color
- yellow
Flower Season
- summer
- fall
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- fuzzy
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9b-11
Size
Height: 6"-12"
Width: 9"-15"
- sun - bright shade
- drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9a-11
Size
Height: 1"-2"
Width: 1"-4"
- sun - mostly sun
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Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9b-11
Size
Height: 6"-8"
Width: 3"-6"
- sun - dappled shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
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Size
Height: 6"
Width: 6"
- sun
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
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Size
Height: 2"-3"
Width: 3"-6"
- sun
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