Stenocactus sp. Lau 738 [from Rio de Mayo] plant details
Stenocactus sp. Lau 738 [from Rio de Mayo] is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In spring purple and white flowers emerge. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in gritty, lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Stenocactus sp. Lau 738 [from Rio de Mayo]
Mature size: 3 IN - 4 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: purple and white blooms in spring
GROWING CONDITIONS for Stenocactus sp. Lau 738 [from Rio de Mayo]
USDA Zones: 9b - 12
Sun exposure: sun
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: gritty, lean and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
A very nice, as yet un-named species from the vicinity of Rio de Mayo in Mexico. It may turn out to be a variable form of one of the other species, but it stands alone as a beaut. Purple and white flowers. (Lau 738)
By: Kara Nursery
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