Ariocarpus retusus ssp. trigonus
Also Known As
- Ariocarpus trigonus
- Living Rock Cactus
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 6"-12"
- W: 6"-10"
planting zones
- 9b-12
Ariocarpus retusus ssp. trigonus plant details
Ariocarpus retusus ssp. trigonus is an evergreen cactus / succulent with blue foliage. In fall and summer white and yellow flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun - bright shade and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Ariocarpus retusus ssp. trigonus
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: cactaceae
- Foliage: evergreen blue
- Mature size: 6 IN - 10 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
- Flowers: white and yellow blooms in fall and summer
- Uses: houseplant
GROWING CONDITIONS for Ariocarpus retusus ssp. trigonus
- USDA Zones: 9b - 12
- Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens
Gardening facts about Ariocarpus retusus ssp. trigonus plant
How to Grow Ariocarpus retusus ssp. trigonus
Sun Exposure
- sun - bright shade
Soil Needs
- lean
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Flower Season
- summer
- fall
Flower Color
- white
- yellow
Foliage Color
- blue
Texture
- glaucous
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9a-12
Size
Height: 4"-6"
Width: 12"-15"
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9a-12
Size
Height: 5"-10"
Width: 8"-15"
- sun - bright shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry when dormant
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
10a-12
Size
Height: 2"-4"
Width: 9"-12"
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
10a-12
Size
Height: 1"-6"
Width: 3"-12"
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry when dormant
Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9a-12
Size
Height: 1"-3"
Width: 2"-3"
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry when dormant
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