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Hechtia caerulea x meziana

Also Known As

  • Hechtia caerulea x mezziana

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 12"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 9a-11

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Hechtia caerulea x meziana plant details

Hechtia caerulea x meziana is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. Grows well with bright shade and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hechtia caerulea x meziana

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: bromeliaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 12 IN tall
Uses: container plant, houseplant, tropical-looking, year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hechtia caerulea x meziana

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Hechtia caerulea x mezziana hybrid. Resembles hechtia tillandsiodes. Succulent, scurfy long graceful leaves in a nice rosette. Forms attractive clumps, extremely drought tolerant.

Gardening facts about Hechtia caerulea x meziana plant

How to Grow Hechtia caerulea x meziana

  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Foliage Color

    • green
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