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Parodia ayopayana
Also Known As
- Parodia borealis
- Parodia buxbaumiana
- Parodia comosa
- Parodia cotacajensis
- Parodia echinus
- Parodia elata
- Parodia macednosa
- Parodia pseudoayopayana
- Ritterocactus ayopayanus
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 5"
- W: 3"
planting zones
- 9a-11
Parodia ayopayana plant details
Parodia ayopayana is an evergreen cactus / succulent with blue and green foliage. In fall orange flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Parodia ayopayana
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: cactaceae
- Foliage: evergreen blue and green
- Mature size: 3 IN wide, 5 IN tall
- Flowers: orange blooms in fall
- Uses: container plant, houseplant, rock garden, spiky, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Parodia ayopayana
- USDA Zones: 9a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
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How to Grow Parodia ayopayana
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in winter
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
- blue
Flower Color
- orange
Flower Season
- fall
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glaucous
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Zones
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Zones
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Zones
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Size
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