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Stenocactus sp. Lau 738 [from Rio de Mayo]

Also Known As

  • Stenocactus species 'Rio de Mayo'

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 6"-12"
  • W: 3"-4"

planting zones

  • 9b-12

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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]

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: cactaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
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

Gardening facts about Stenocactus sp. Lau 738 [from Rio de Mayo] plant

How to Grow Stenocactus sp. Lau 738 [from Rio de Mayo]

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in winter
  • Soil Needs

    • lean
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • purple
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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Plant Type

Cactus / Succulent

Zones

9a-11

Size

Height: 4"-6"

Width: 4"-6"

  • sun - bright shade
  • occasional - drought tolerant
  • dry in winter
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Plant Type

Cactus / Succulent

Zones

9a-11

Size

Height: 2"

Width: 4"

  • sun - bright shade
  • low
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Plant Type

Cactus / Succulent

Zones

9a-11

Size

Height: 2"-4"

Width: 3"-6"

  • sun - bright shade
  • low - drought tolerant
Photo of Stenocactus multicostatus SB1147 foliage by Kara Nursery
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Plant Type

Cactus / Succulent

Zones

9b-11

Size

Height: 2"-4"

Width: 4"-6"

  • sun
  • low - drought tolerant
Photo of Stenocactus phyllacanthus foliage by Kara Nursery
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Plant Type

Cactus / Succulent

Zones

9a-11

Size

Height: 6"

Width: 6"

  • sun - bright shade
  • low
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