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Parodia microsperma
Also Known As
- Parodia microsperma ssp microsperma
- Parodia microsperma var. rubellihamata
- Parodia rubellihamata
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 6"
- W: 6"
planting zones
- 9b-11
Parodia microsperma plant details
Parodia microsperma is an evergreen cactus / succulent with blue and green foliage. In spring and summer orange and yellow flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with bright shade and low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Parodia microsperma
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: cactaceae
- Foliage: evergreen blue and green
- Mature size: 6 IN wide, 6 IN tall
- Flowers: orange and yellow blooms in spring and summer
- Uses: container plant, houseplant, rock garden, xeric, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Parodia microsperma
- USDA Zones: 9b - 11
- Sun exposure: bright shade
- Watering frequency: low
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, gritty, rocky and well-drained
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How to Grow Parodia microsperma
Sun Exposure
- bright shade
Water Needs
- low - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
- blue
Flower Color
- orange
- yellow
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glaucous
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 3"
- sun
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Zones
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Size
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9a-11
Size
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Width: 3"
- sun
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- dry in winter
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Zones
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Size
Height: 6"
Width: 6"
- sun
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- dry in winter
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Zones
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Size
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