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Parodia nivosa
Also Known As
- Notocactus penicillatus
- Parodia nivosus
- Nivosa Cactus
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 6"
- W: 6"
planting zones
- 10a-12
Parodia nivosa plant details
Parodia nivosa is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In spring orange and red flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Parodia nivosa
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: cactaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 0 - 6 IN - wide, 0 - 6 IN - tall
- Flowers: orange and red blooms in spring
- Uses: spiky
GROWING CONDITIONS for Parodia nivosa
- USDA Zones: 10a - 12
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: gritty and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens
Garden photo gallery of Parodia nivosa
By: Stan Shebs
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Gardening facts about Parodia nivosa plant
How to Grow Parodia nivosa
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in winter
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- red
- orange
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glaucous
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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