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Pyrenacantha malvifolia

Also Known As

  • Monkey Chair Plant

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 12"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 9a-11

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Pyrenacantha malvifolia plant details

Pyrenacantha malvifolia is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. 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 Pyrenacantha malvifolia

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Pyrenacantha malvifolia

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Forms one of the largest caudexes in the plant kingdom. Also known as the Monkey Chair Plant. Makes a gorgeous vine with green berries that eventually turn yellow. Caudex grows fairly quickly in relative terms.

Gardening facts about Pyrenacantha malvifolia plant

How to Grow Pyrenacantha malvifolia

  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - bright shade

Features

  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Foliage Color

    • green
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