Tephrocactus articulatus 'Silver Straw' is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun and occasional water. Does well in gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Tephrocactus articulatus 'Silver Straw'
GROWING CONDITIONS for Tephrocactus articulatus 'Silver Straw'
USDA Zones: 8b - 10a
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional
Resistant to: deer, heat
Soil needs: gritty, rocky and well-drained
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Nursery contributed plant descriptions
This opuntia relative, one of our collections taken years ago from northwestern Argentina, grows into pyramidal clumps of 18" or so, each pad nearly round with thick, white "crows feet" toward the tip of each one. Established plants display yellow flowers. A good dry garden species in USDA zone 8b or above with protection from excess winter moisture. (Note: If plants become exceedingly dry, pads easily disarticulate.)