Plant Habit: | Cactus/Succulent |
Life cycle: | Perennial |
Sun Requirements: | Full Sun to Partial Shade Partial or Dappled Shade |
Water Preferences: | Mesic |
Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 9a -6.7 °C (20 °F) to -3.9 °C (25 °F) |
Maximum recommended zone: | Zone 12 |
Leaves: | Evergreen |
Flowers: | Showy Inconspicuous |
Flower Color: | Red White Other: Cream to pale yellow |
Bloom Size: | Under 1" |
Underground structures: | Taproot |
Suitable Locations: | Xeriscapic Houseplant Espalier |
Resistances: | Humidity tolerant Drought tolerant |
Toxicity: | Other: Stems and leaves contain a milky sap that may cause contact dermititis in some individuals |
Propagation: Other methods: | Cuttings: Stem |
Containers: | Suitable in 1 gallon Suitable for hanging baskets Needs excellent drainage in pots |
Miscellaneous: | Epiphytic |