Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Cactaceae

Genus:

Cochemiea

Species:

Cochemiea grahamii

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Shrub

Height:

1-2 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Bloom Months:

apr, may, jun, jul

Bloom Colors:

Pink, Green

Food Forest:

Plant contains edible parts

Native Range

United States: Arizona, California, New Mexico, Texas

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rocky, well-drained, sandy soil

pH:

6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to arid desert regions

Germination Information