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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

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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

Reg. water in summer. Keep dry in winter, rots if the substrate is wet and cold, tends to lose roots in winter. Light Shade. Bright Red Flowers. Indoor/Outdoor (Patio).

By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens

Gardening facts about Parodia nivosa plant

How to Grow Parodia nivosa

  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in winter
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
    • orange
  • Texture

    • glaucous
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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