Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Cactaceae

Genus:

Epithelantha

Species:

Epithelantha bokei

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Shrub

Height:

Less than 6 in

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

may, jun

Bloom Colors:

Pink

Food Forest:

Plant contains edible parts

Ground Cover:

Yes

Native Range

United States: Texas

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rocky, well-drained calcareous soil

pH:

6.0 - 7.5 (neutral to slightly alkaline)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to limestone-rich desert areas