Family: Aizoaceae (ay-zoh-AY-see-ee) (Info) Genus: Conophytum (koh-no-FY-tum) (Info) Species: piluliforme (pi-lu-li-FOR-mee) (Info) Cultivar: Subconfusum
Category: Perennials Cactus and Succulents
Height: under 6 in. (15 cm)
Spacing: 9-12 in. (22-30 cm)
Hardiness: USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F)
Sun Exposure: Sun to Partial Shade Light Shade
Danger: Unknown - Tell us
Bloom Color: Rose/Mauve Red
Bloom Time: Late Summer/Early Fall Mid Fall
Foliage: Grown for foliage Evergreen Succulent Rubbery-Textured
Other details: Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping Suitable for growing in containers
Soil pH requirements: 6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
Patent Information: Unknown - Tell us
Propagation Methods: By dividing the rootball Allow cut surface to callous over before planting From seed; winter sow in vented containers, coldframe or unheated greenhouse
Seed Collecting: Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds
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