Glottiphyllum pygmaeum

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 3"-6"
W: 3"-6"

planting zones

9a-11

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Glottiphyllum pygmaeum plant details

Glottiphyllum pygmaeum is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In fall and summer yellow flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Glottiphyllum pygmaeum

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: aizoaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 IN - 6 IN - wide, 3 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in fall and summer
Uses: container plant, houseplant, rock garden, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Glottiphyllum pygmaeum

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Small growing green tongues. From Cape Province, South Africa, G. dispar has reddish-violet flowers.

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Gardening facts about Glottiphyllum pygmaeum plant

How to Grow Glottiphyllum pygmaeum

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- yellow
Flower Season
- summer
- fall
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glaucous

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