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Plant Habit: Shrub
Cactus/Succulent
Life cycle: Perennial
Sun Requirements: Full Sun
Minimum cold hardiness: Zone 6b -20.6 °C (-5 °F) to -17.8 °C (0 °F)
Flowers: Showy
Flower Color: Yellow
Suitable Locations: Xeriscapic
Houseplant
Uses: Groundcover
Resistances: Drought tolerant
Containers: Needs excellent drainage in pots
Miscellaneous: Tolerates poor soil

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Common names
  • Elkhorn Plant
  • Hatchet Plant

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Comments:
  • Posted by Suga (Coastal South Carolina - Zone 8b) on Aug 16, 2016 11:28 PM concerning plant:
    The Elkhorn is native to South Africa and is a subshrub with yellow flowers. Plant in porous soil with adequate drainage. Bright light with ample air flow. Protect from frost. Hardy to 32 degrees. Water throughly when soil is dry.

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