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    Parodia scopa

    Also Known As

    • Cactus scopa
    • Malacocarpus scopa
    • Notocactus scopa
    • Notocactus soldtianus
    • Peronocactus scopa
    • Silver Ball Cactus

    Plant type

    cactus / succulent

    size

    • H: 4"
    • W: 6"

    planting zones

    • 9b-11

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    Parodia scopa plant details

    Parodia scopa is an evergreen cactus / succulent with blue and green foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Features fuzzy and glaucous texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Parodia scopa

    Plant type: cactus / succulent
    Plant family: cactaceae
    Foliage: evergreen blue and green
    Mature size: 6 IN wide, 4 IN tall
    Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
    Uses: container plant, houseplant, rock garden, xeric, year round interest

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Parodia scopa

    USDA Zones: 9b - 11
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
    Watering frequency: low
    Resistant to: verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    This was very popular when we were starting our collection many years ago. Don't forget about it. It's a classic cactus which deserves a place in every collection. Nice large pot-bellied plants. Limited supply.

    By: Kara Nursery

    Gardening facts about Parodia scopa plant

    How to Grow Parodia scopa

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly shade

    • Water Needs

      • low - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained
      • gritty

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green
      • blue

    • Flower Color

      • yellow

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

    • Texture

      • glaucous
      • fuzzy

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