Photo by Kara Nursery
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Gymnocalycium ragonesei
Also Known As
- Gymnocalycium obductum
- Gymnocalycium ragonesii
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 2"
- W: 3"
planting zones
- 9b-11
Gymnocalycium ragonesei plant details
Gymnocalycium ragonesei is an evergreen cactus / succulent with black, blue and green foliage. In fall and summer white flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun - bright shade and regular water. Does well in gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Gymnocalycium ragonesei
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: cactaceae
- Foliage: evergreen black, blue and green
- Mature size: 3 IN wide, 2 IN tall
- Flowers: white blooms in fall and summer
- Uses: container plant, houseplant, rock garden, solitary, xeric, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Gymnocalycium ragonesei
- USDA Zones: 9b - 11
- Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: gritty and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens
By: Kara Nursery
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How to Grow Gymnocalycium ragonesei
Sun Exposure
- sun - bright shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
- blue
- black
Flower Color
- white
Flower Season
- summer
- fall
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glaucous
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Zones
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