Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Cactaceae

Genus:

Sclerocactus

Species:

Sclerocactus intertextus

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Shrub

Height:

6 in - 1 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

feb, mar, jun, jul, aug

Bloom Colors:

White, Pink

Native Range

United States: Arizona, New Mexico, Texas

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

6.0 - 8.0 (neutral to slightly alkaline)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to arid desert regions; avoid waterlogging