About
A compact, rosette-forming perennial from high, rocky Andean habitats with small, obovate, mid-green leaves and short, erect stems bearing clusters of small, white to pale lilac, tubular flowers with spreading lobes in summer. A rare and charming high-Andean gentian for a cool, well-drained alpine house.
About the genus
Sclerocactus is a diverse genus of plants that may be annual, perennial, or woody. Species are cultivated for their flowers, foliage, or architectural habit and are adapted to various climatic conditions
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.