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Pelecyphora aselliformis

Also Known As

Anhalonium aselliforme
Ariocarpus aselliformis
Mammillaria aselliformis
Asselkaktus
False Peyote
Hatchet Cactus
Peyote Meco
Peyotillo
Woodlouse Cactus

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 2"-4"
W: 9"-12"

planting zones

10a-12

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Pelecyphora aselliformis plant details

Pelecyphora aselliformis is an evergreen cactus / succulent with blue foliage. In spring and summer pink flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun and occasional - 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 and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Pelecyphora aselliformis

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: cactaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 9 IN - 12 IN - wide, 2 IN - 4 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pelecyphora aselliformis

USDA Zones: 10a - 12
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer, heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Ehrenberg "Peyotillo" Native to San Luis Potosi, the type local has been lost, but is known to grow nr. El Huizache. Tuberous root and flattened tubercules make this rare cactus popular.