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Camissonia brevipes [monstrose form]

Also Known As

  • Camissonia brevipes monstrosa

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 12"
  • W: 6"

planting zones

  • 9b-11

Camissonia brevipes [monstrose form] plant details

Camissonia brevipes [monstrose form] is an evergreen cactus / succulent with blue and green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Camissonia brevipes [monstrose form]

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: onagraceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 0 - 6 IN - wide, 0 - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, houseplant, rock garden, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Camissonia brevipes [monstrose form]

USDA Zones: 9b - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Gardening facts about Camissonia brevipes [monstrose form] plant

How to Grow Camissonia brevipes [monstrose form]

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glaucous
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