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Cyphostemma 'Fat Bastard'
Also Known As
- Cyphostemma 'Fat Bastard' [juttae x hardyi]
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 24"
- W: 24"
planting zones
- 9a-11
Cyphostemma 'Fat Bastard' plant details
Cyphostemma 'Fat Bastard' is a deciduous cactus / succulent with green foliage. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with bright shade and occasional - low water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Cyphostemma 'Fat Bastard'
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: vitaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 24 IN wide, 24 IN tall
- Uses: caudex-forming, container plant, houseplant, tropical-looking
GROWING CONDITIONS for Cyphostemma 'Fat Bastard'
- USDA Zones: 9a - 11
- Sun exposure: bright shade
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
A hybrid Cyphostemma with very knobby, round roots and caudex. Big, succulent, fleshy leaves with clusters of red flowers and berries throughout the growing season. Deciduous foliage. Cyphostemma are members of the grape family but are not edible. The little white pearls on the undersides of the leaves are known as food bodies, and are deployed to attract beneficial insects, such as ants.
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Gardening facts about Cyphostemma 'Fat Bastard' plant
How to Grow Cyphostemma 'Fat Bastard'
Sun Exposure
- bright shade
Water Needs
- occasional - low
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Texture
- glaucous
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
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Zones
9a-11
Size
Height: 4'-6'
Width: 2'-4'
- sun - mostly sun
- low
- dry in winter
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 24"
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