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Cynanchum insigne

Also Known As

  • Sarcostemma insigne

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 24"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 9b-11

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Cynanchum insigne plant details

Cynanchum insigne is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with bright shade and occasional - low water. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cynanchum insigne

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: apocynaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 0 - 12 IN - wide, 0 - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, houseplant, rock garden, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cynanchum insigne

USDA Zones: 9b - 11
Sun exposure: bright shade
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Green spagetti stems, good for hanging basket. (Madagascar) (Syn.: Cynanchum insigne comb.nov.)

By: Kara Nursery

Gardening facts about Cynanchum insigne plant

How to Grow Cynanchum insigne

  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - low
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glaucous
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