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Turbinicarpus saueri ssp. ysabelae

Also Known As

  • Gymnocactus ysabelae
  • Gymnocactus ysabelae var. brevispinus
  • Neolloydia knuthiana var. ysabelae
  • Pediocactus ysabelae
  • Thelocactus ysabelae
  • Thelocactus ysabelae v brevispinus
  • Turbinicarpus ysabelae
  • Turbinicarpus ysabelae v brevispinus

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 2"-3"
  • W: 3"-4"

planting zones

  • 9b-11

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Turbinicarpus saueri ssp. ysabelae plant details

Turbinicarpus saueri ssp. ysabelae is an evergreen cactus / succulent with blue and green foliage. In fall and spring white flowers emerge. Features fuzzy and glaucous texture. Grows well with sun - bright shade and low water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Turbinicarpus saueri ssp. ysabelae

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: cactaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 3 IN - 4 IN - wide, 2 IN - 3 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in fall and spring
Uses: container plant, houseplant, rare, rock garden, solitary, spiky, xeric, year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Turbinicarpus saueri ssp. ysabelae

USDA Zones: 9b - 11
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: low
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Turbinicarpus ysabelae isn't that common in collections but is well worth seeking out.

By: Kara Nursery

Gardening facts about Turbinicarpus saueri ssp. ysabelae plant

How to Grow Turbinicarpus saueri ssp. ysabelae

  • Water Needs

    • low
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - bright shade
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • fall
  • Texture

    • glaucous
    • fuzzy
  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
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