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Orbea schweinfurthii
Also Known As
- Caralluma schweinfurthii
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 12"
- W: 12"
planting zones
- 9a-11
Orbea schweinfurthii plant details
Orbea schweinfurthii is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green and white foliage. In summer orange flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun - bright shade and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Orbea schweinfurthii
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: apocynaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green and white
- Mature size: 12 IN wide, 12 IN tall
- Flowers: orange blooms in summer
- Uses: container plant, fragrant, houseplant, rock garden, tropical-looking, xeric, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Orbea schweinfurthii
- USDA Zones: 9a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
An interesting asclepiad with mottled skin and delicate, orange little flowers that are suprisingly sweeter scented than the usual carrion flavor of the other asclepiads!
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Gardening facts about Orbea schweinfurthii plant
How to Grow Orbea schweinfurthii
Sun Exposure
- sun - bright shade
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Features
Foliage Color
- white
- green
Flower Color
- orange
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glaucous
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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