Orostachys malacophylla

Also Known As

Orostachys malecophyllus
Dunce's Cap

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 2"
W: 12"

planting zones

5a-10a

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Orostachys malacophylla plant details

Orostachys malacophylla is an evergreen cactus / succulent with blue foliage. In summer cream and yellow flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Orostachys malacophylla

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: crassulaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 2 IN tall
Flowers: cream and yellow blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, rock garden, unique, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Orostachys malacophylla

USDA Zones: 5a - 10a
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: low

Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Everyone wants to grow what they can't have, and in cold, wet Michigan, I'm always trying to grow stuff that would really be happier in Southern California. This guy, with fairly large rosettes of fleshy, pale green leaves, actually is happy here, and gives a wonderfully tropical desert look. Great to contrast with more typical northern garden fare, and of course exceptionally drought and heat tolerant as well. An inch or two tall, spreads indefinitely -- Joseph.....Zones 5