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Alluaudia comosa
Plant type
tree, shrub, cactus / succulent
size
- H: 2'-15'
- W: 2'-20'
planting zones
- 10a-12
Alluaudia comosa plant details
Alluaudia comosa is a deciduous cactus / succulent, shrub or tree with green foliage. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Alluaudia comosa
- Plant type: cactus / succulent, shrub or tree
- Plant family: didiereaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 2 FT - 20 FT - wide, 2 FT - 15 FT - tall
GROWING CONDITIONS for Alluaudia comosa
- USDA Zones: 10a - 12
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat
- Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained
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How to Grow Alluaudia comosa
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Wildlife
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Landscape groups by tags
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Size
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Zones
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Zones
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Size
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- sun - mostly sun
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Zones
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Zones
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