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Argyroderma fissum
Also Known As
- Argyroderma braunsii
- Argyroderma brevipes
- Argyroderma digitifolium
- Argyroderma hutchinsonii
- Argyroderma latipetalum
- Argyroderma litorale
- Argyroderma orientale
- Cheiridopsis braunsii
- Gibbaeum fissum
- Mesembryanthemum brevipes
- Mesembryanthemum fissum
- Roodia braunsii
- Roodia brevipes
- Roodia digitifolia
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 4"-8"
- W: 6"-12"
planting zones
- 10a-12
Argyroderma fissum plant details
Argyroderma fissum is an evergreen cactus / succulent with blue and green foliage. In fall and summer purple flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade 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.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Argyroderma fissum
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: aizoaceae
- Foliage: evergreen blue and green
- Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 4 IN - 8 IN - tall
- Flowers: purple blooms in fall and summer
- Uses: container plant, gravel garden, long-blooming, rock garden, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Argyroderma fissum
- USDA Zones: 10a - 12
- Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: heat
- Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained
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How to Grow Argyroderma fissum
Sun Exposure
- sun - dappled shade
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
- blue
Flower Color
- purple
Wildlife
- bees
Flower Season
- fall
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glaucous
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
10b-12
Size
Height: 1"-2"
Width: 2"-6"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
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