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Alluaudia ascendens
Also Known As
- Didierea ascendens
Plant type
tree, cactus / succulent
size
- H: 15'-40'
- W: 3'-10'
planting zones
- 10a-12
Alluaudia ascendens plant details
Alluaudia ascendens is a deciduous cactus / succulent or tree with green foliage. chartreuse flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun 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.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Alluaudia ascendens
- Plant type: cactus / succulent or tree
- Plant family: didiereaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 3 FT - 10 FT - wide, 15 FT - 40 FT - tall
- Flowers: chartreuse blooms
- Uses: spiky
GROWING CONDITIONS for Alluaudia ascendens
- USDA Zones: 10a - 12
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: deer, heat
- Soil needs: gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Cactus Jungle
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By: Stan Shebs
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How to Grow Alluaudia ascendens
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- lean
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- chartreuse
Wildlife
- deer resistant
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Landscape groups by tags
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