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    • Photo of Orostachys spinosa foliage by Kara Nursery

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    Orostachys spinosa

    Also Known As

    • Orostachys erubescens

    Plant type

    cactus / succulent

    size

    • H: 1"-3"
    • W: 12"-24"

    planting zones

    • 10a-11

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    Orostachys spinosa plant details

    Orostachys spinosa is an evergreen cactus / succulent with apricot and green foliage. In summer cream flowers emerge. Features glaucous and glossy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Orostachys spinosa

    Plant type: cactus / succulent
    Plant family: crassulaceae
    Foliage: evergreen apricot and green
    Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 1 IN - 3 IN - tall
    Flowers: cream blooms in summer
    Uses: container plant, houseplant, rock garden, year round interest

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Orostachys spinosa

    USDA Zones: 10a - 11
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
    Watering frequency: low
    Resistant to: heat
    Soil needs: gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Hardy, but needs protection from rain during the winter. Clumps.

    By: Kara Nursery

    Gardening facts about Orostachys spinosa plant

    How to Grow Orostachys spinosa

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly sun

    • Water Needs

      • low - drought tolerant

    • Water Needs

      • dry in winter

    • Soil Needs

      • lean
      • well-drained
      • rocky
      • gritty

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • apricot
      • green

    • Flower Color

      • cream

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

    • Texture

      • glaucous
      • glossy

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    Orostachys iwarenge

    aka Chinese Dunce Cap

    Plant Type

    Cactus / Succulent, Groundcover

    Zones

    5a-10b

    Size

    Height: 2"-6"

    Width: 12"

    • sun - mostly shade
    • regular
    Photo of Orostachys iwarenge foliage by Annie's Annuals & Perennials
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    Orostachys spinosa [ex Halda]

    aka Orostachys spinosa x Halda, Dunce's Caps

    Plant Type

    Cactus / Succulent

    Zones

    4a-9b

    Size

    Height: 6"

    Width: 12"

    • sun
    • occasional - drought tolerant
    Photo of Orostachys spinosa [ex Halda] by Arrowhead Alpines
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