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Brachystelma barberiae

Also Known As

  • Brachystelma barberae
  • Dichaelia barberiae

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 6"-12"
  • W: 6"-9"

planting zones

  • 10a-12

Brachystelma barberiae plant details

Brachystelma barberiae is a deciduous cactus / succulent with green foliage. In spring and summer burgundy and white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry when dormant. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Brachystelma barberiae

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: apocynaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 IN - 9 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: burgundy and white blooms in spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Brachystelma barberiae

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

Gardening facts about Brachystelma barberiae plant

How to Grow Brachystelma barberiae

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry when dormant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • burgundy
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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