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Ceropegia carnosa

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 12"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 9a-11

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Ceropegia carnosa plant details

Ceropegia carnosa is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In summer burgundy flowers emerge. Grows well with bright shade and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ceropegia carnosa

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: apocynaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 12 IN tall
Flowers: burgundy blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, houseplant, trellis, tropical-looking, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ceropegia carnosa

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: bright shade
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A succulent vining member of the milkweed/asclepiad family from South Africa. The little flowers contain many hairs that trap tiny flies until they are covered in pollen - only then are they released and allowed to travel to the next flower. Best in bright light but not direct sun. Allow this plant to climb a trellis or hang from a basket.

Gardening facts about Ceropegia carnosa plant

How to Grow Ceropegia carnosa

  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • burgundy
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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