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Dorstenia gigas

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 12"-24"
W: 12"-18"

planting zones

10a-11

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Dorstenia gigas plant details

Dorstenia gigas is a semi-evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In summer chartreuse flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and low water. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Dorstenia gigas

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: moraceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: chartreuse blooms in summer
Uses: tropical-looking, unique, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Dorstenia gigas

USDA Zones: 10a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A legendary caudiciform from the island of Socotra, off the coast of Yemen. Very slow growing and rare. Deep green, pillowed leaves with unique, flat, star shaped flowers. Forms large caudex with many branches over time. Can get very large at very old age.