Plant Habit: | Cactus/Succulent |
Life cycle: | Perennial |
Sun Requirements: | Full Sun to Partial Shade |
Water Preferences: | Dry |
Soil pH Preferences: | Moderately acid (5.6 – 6.0) |
Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 8b -9.4 °C (15 °F) to -6.7 °C (20 °F) |
Plant Height: | 6-12 inches (15-30 cm.) |
Plant Spread: | 9-12 inches (15-30 cm.) |
Leaves: | Unusual foliage color Evergreen |
Flowers: | Inconspicuous |
Flower Color: | Yellow |
Bloom Size: | Under 1" |
Flower Time: | Late winter or early spring |
Underground structures: | Taproot |
Suitable Locations: | Houseplant |
Uses: | Suitable for miniature gardens |
Resistances: | Tolerates dry shade Humidity tolerant Drought tolerant |
Toxicity: | Leaves are poisonous |
Propagation: Seeds: | Start indoors |
Propagation: Other methods: | Cuttings: Stem Cuttings: Tip Cuttings: Leaf Offsets |
Pollinators: | Moths and Butterflies Flies Bumblebees Bees Various insects |
Containers: | Suitable in 1 gallon Suitable for hanging baskets Needs repotting every 2 to 3 years Needs excellent drainage in pots |
Miscellaneous: | Tolerates poor soil Monoecious |
Conservation status: | Least Concern (LC) |