Photo of Tylecodon schaeferanus foliage by Kara Nursery

Photo by Kara Nursery

Used with permission, all rights reserved

Show all photos

Tylecodon schaeferanus

Also Known As

  • Cotyledon schaeferanus
  • Cotyledon Sinus-Alexanderi

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 6"
  • W: 6"

planting zones

  • 10a-12

More Options

Tylecodon schaeferanus plant details

Tylecodon schaeferanus is an evergreen cactus / succulent with blue and green foliage. In fall and summer pink flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with bright shade and low water. Prefers to be dry in summer, dry in winter. Does well in gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Tylecodon schaeferanus

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: crassulaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 6 IN wide, 6 IN tall
Flowers: pink blooms in fall and summer
Uses: container plant, desert garden, firescaping/fire wise, houseplant, rock garden, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Tylecodon schaeferanus

USDA Zones: 10a - 12
Sun exposure: bright shade
Watering frequency: low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Another odd one. One has to be an artist to see the end result of growing this to maturity. It makes an impressive, small caudiciform plant fairly quickly.

By: Kara Nursery

Gardening facts about Tylecodon schaeferanus plant

How to Grow Tylecodon schaeferanus

  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade
  • Water Needs

    • low
  • Water Needs

    • dry in winter
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glaucous
Mailing List
Sign Up for updates on new plant arrivals and deals

© 2010—2024 Plant Lust, LLC All Rights Reserved