Photo by Kara Nursery
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Obregonia denegrii
Also Known As
- Strombocactus denegrii
- Artichoke Cactus
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 3"-5"
- W: 3"-5"
planting zones
- 9a-11
Obregonia denegrii plant details
Obregonia denegrii is an evergreen cactus / succulent with blue and green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with bright 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 Obregonia denegrii
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: cactaceae
- Foliage: evergreen blue and green
- Mature size: 3 IN - 5 IN - wide, 3 IN - 5 IN - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in summer
- Uses: container plant, globose, houseplant, medicinal, rock garden, solitary, spiky, xeric, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Obregonia denegrii
- USDA Zones: 9a - 11
- Sun exposure: bright shade
- Watering frequency: low
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
The artichoke cactus. Nice plants. Listed in Cites appendix 1.
By: Kara Nursery
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How to Grow Obregonia denegrii
Sun Exposure
- bright shade
Water Needs
- low - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
- blue
Flower Color
- white
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glaucous
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