Plant Habit: | Cactus/Succulent |
Life cycle: | Perennial |
Sun Requirements: | Full Sun to Partial Shade |
Water Preferences: | Dry Mesic Dry |
Soil pH Preferences: | Slightly acid (6.1 – 6.5) Neutral (6.6 – 7.3) Slightly alkaline (7.4 – 7.8) |
Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 9b -3.9 °C (25 °F) to -1.1 °C (30 °F) |
Plant Height: | 4-6 inches |
Leaves: | Glaucous Evergreen |
Flowers: | Showy |
Flower Color: | Other: Orange-red |
Bloom Size: | Under 1" |
Flower Time: | Summer Winter |
Suitable Locations: | Xeriscapic Houseplant |
Wildlife Attractant: | Hummingbirds |
Resistances: | Drought tolerant |
Propagation: Other methods: | Cuttings: Stem |
Containers: | Needs excellent drainage in pots |
Miscellaneous: | Tolerates poor soil |