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Conophytum wettsteinii

Also Known As

  • Conophytum brevipes
  • Mesembryanthemum wettsteinii
  • Conophytum

Plant type

perennial, cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 4"-6"
  • W: 3"-9"

planting zones

  • 10a-11

Conophytum wettsteinii plant details

Conophytum wettsteinii is a broadleaf evergreen perennial cactus / succulent with green foliage. In fall and summer purple flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and low water. Does well in average, gritty, lean and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Conophytum wettsteinii

Plant type: perennial cactus / succulent
Plant family: aizoaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 IN - 9 IN - wide, 4 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in fall and summer
Uses: container plant, gravel garden, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Conophytum wettsteinii

USDA Zones: 10a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: low
Soil needs: average, gritty, lean and well-drained

Gardening facts about Conophytum wettsteinii plant

How to Grow Conophytum wettsteinii

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • low
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • lean
    • well-drained
    • gritty

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • purple
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glaucous
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