Family: Aizoaceae (ay-zoh-AY-see-ee) (Info) Genus: Cheiridopsis (kye-rid-OP-sis) (Info) Species: imitans (IM-ih-tans) (Info)
Category: Tropicals and Tender Perennials Cactus and Succulents
Height: under 6 in. (15 cm)
Spacing: 3-6 in. (7-15 cm) 6-9 in. (15-22 cm)
Hardiness: USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F) USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F) USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)
Sun Exposure: Sun to Partial Shade Light Shade
Danger: Unknown - Tell us
Bloom Color: Pale Yellow Bright Yellow
Bloom Time: Mid Winter
Foliage: Grown for foliage Evergreen Smooth-Textured Succulent
Other details: Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater Suitable for growing in containers
Soil pH requirements: 6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic) 6.6 to 7.5 (neutral) 7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline)
Patent Information: Non-patented
Propagation Methods: From seed; sow indoors before last frost From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed Collecting: Collect seedhead/pod when flowers fade; allow to dry Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored
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