Plant Habit: | Shrub Cactus/Succulent |
Life cycle: | Perennial |
Sun Requirements: | Full Sun |
Leaves: | Other: Leaves are present as tiny scales on the stem and are inconspicuous. |
Flowers: | Inconspicuous |
Bloom Size: | Under 1" |
Flower Time: | Summer Late summer or early fall Fall Late fall or early winter |
Underground structures: | Caudex |
Suitable Locations: | Xeriscapic |
Uses: | Erosion control Groundcover |
Edible Parts: | Seeds or Nuts |
Resistances: | Flood Resistant Drought tolerant Salt tolerant |
Miscellaneous: | Tolerates poor soil Goes Dormant |