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Myrtillocactus geometrizans [crested form]

Also Known As

  • Myrtillocactus geometrizans cristata
  • Myrtillocactus geometrizans cristate
  • Myrtillocactus geometrizans f. cristate
  • Blue Candle
  • Cactus Myrtle
  • Crested Blue Candle
  • Whortleberry Cactus

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 1'-4'
  • W: 1'-3'

planting zones

  • 9b-11

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Myrtillocactus geometrizans [crested form] plant details

Myrtillocactus geometrizans [crested form] is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun - mostly 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 heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Myrtillocactus geometrizans [crested form]

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: cactaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 1 FT - 3 FT - wide, 1 FT - 4 FT - tall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Myrtillocactus geometrizans [crested form]

USDA Zones: 9b - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: low
Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Full Sun to Partial Shade. Outdoor/Indoor.

By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens

Gardening facts about Myrtillocactus geometrizans [crested form] plant

How to Grow Myrtillocactus geometrizans [crested form]

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Water Needs

    • low - drought tolerant

Features

  • Texture

    • glaucous
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Foliage Color

    • green

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