Photo of Epithelantha micromeris var. bokei foliage by Stan Shebs

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Epithelantha micromeris var. bokei

Also Known As

  • Epithelantha bokei
  • Boke's Button Cactus

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 4"-6"
  • W: 3"-6"

planting zones

  • 9b-11

Epithelantha micromeris var. bokei plant details

Epithelantha micromeris var. bokei is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In spring and winter pink flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Epithelantha micromeris var. bokei

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: cactaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 IN - 6 IN - wide, 4 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring and winter

GROWING CONDITIONS for Epithelantha micromeris var. bokei

USDA Zones: 9b - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: low
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Gardening facts about Epithelantha micromeris var. bokei plant

How to Grow Epithelantha micromeris var. bokei

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • low - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • winter
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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See other plant types of Epithelantha for your garden

aka Cactus micromeris, Epithelantha micromeris subsp. micromeris, Epithelantha micromeris var. micromeris, Epithelantha spinosior, Mammillaria micromeris, Button Cactus, Mulatto, Tapone

Plant Type

Cactus / Succulent

Zones

8b-11

Size

Height: 6"

Width: 6"

  • sun - mostly sun
  • low - drought tolerant
Photo of Epithelantha micromeris by Cactus Jungle
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