Melocactus violaceus
Also Known As
- Turk's Cap
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 6"
- W: 4"-12"
planting zones
- 9a-11
Melocactus violaceus plant details
Melocactus violaceus is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In fall, spring, summer and winter pink and red flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with bright shade and regular water. 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 and verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Melocactus violaceus
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: cactaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 4 IN - 12 IN - wide, 0 - 6 IN - tall
- Flowers: pink and red blooms in fall, spring, summer and winter
- Uses: container plant, houseplant, rock garden, tropical-looking, xeric, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Melocactus violaceus
- USDA Zones: 9a - 11
- Sun exposure: bright shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens
Gardening facts about Melocactus violaceus plant
How to Grow Melocactus violaceus
Sun Exposure
- bright shade
Water Needs
- regular
Water Needs
- dry in winter
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
- red
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
- fall
- winter
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glaucous
Landscape groups by tags
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aka Melocactus acipinosus
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
10b-11
Size
Height: 12"
Width: 12"
- sun - mostly sun
- low
- dry in winter
aka Turk's Cap Cactus
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9a-10b
Size
Height: 12"
Width: 12"
- sun - mostly sun
- low
- dry in winter
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
10b-12
Size
Height: 3"-4"
Width: 3"-4"
- sun - dappled shade
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
10a-12
Size
Height: 3"
Width: 6"
- bright shade
- regular
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