Photo of Copiapoa hypogaea flower by Kara Nursery

Photo by Kara Nursery

Used with permission, all rights reserved

Show all photos

Copiapoa hypogaea

Also Known As

  • Copiapoa barquitensis
  • Copiapoa hypogaea
  • Copiapoa hypogaea var. barquitensis

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 3"-4"
  • W: 3"-12"

planting zones

  • 10b-12

More Options

Copiapoa hypogaea plant details

Copiapoa hypogaea is an evergreen cactus / succulent with blue and white foliage. In fall, spring and summer yellow flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Prefers to be dry when dormant. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Copiapoa hypogaea

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: cactaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and white
Mature size: 3 IN - 12 IN - wide, 3 IN - 4 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: spiky

GROWING CONDITIONS for Copiapoa hypogaea

USDA Zones: 10b - 12
Sun exposure: mostly sun
Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Now considered by many to be a synonym of Copiapoa hypogaea or a variety of same. (Syn. Copiapoa hypogaea var. barquitensis)

By: Kara Nursery

Gardening facts about Copiapoa hypogaea plant

How to Grow Copiapoa hypogaea

  • Water Needs

    • dry when dormant
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Color

    • white
    • blue
  • Texture

    • glaucous
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

Landscape groups by tags

Mailing List
Sign Up for updates on new plant arrivals and deals

© 2010—2024 Plant Lust, LLC All Rights Reserved