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Fenestraria rhopalophylla

Also Known As

  • Fenestraria rhopalophylla subsp. rhopalophylla
  • Baby Toes
  • Baby's Toes

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 4"-6"
  • W: 3"-9"

planting zones

  • 9a-11

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Fenestraria rhopalophylla plant details

Fenestraria rhopalophylla is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In fall white and yellow flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun - bright shade and low water. Prefers to be dry when dormant. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Fenestraria rhopalophylla

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: aizoaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 IN - 9 IN - wide, 4 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: white and yellow blooms in fall
Uses: houseplant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Fenestraria rhopalophylla

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: low
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Winter grower, susceptible to rot in summer. Do not grow out in the sun in summer. Light Shade. White to Yellow Flowers. Indoor.

By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens

Gardening facts about Fenestraria rhopalophylla plant

How to Grow Fenestraria rhopalophylla

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - bright shade
  • Water Needs

    • low
  • Water Needs

    • dry when dormant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty

Features

  • Flower Season

    • fall
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • yellow
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glaucous

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