Scientific Name: Hoodia officinale N.E. Br.
Synonym: Trichocaulon officinale
Family: Asclepiadaceae
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Recommended Temperature Zone: USDA: 10b -11 Frost Tolerance: Keep warm in winter Sun Exposure: Light shade to full sun Origin: South Africa Growth Habits: Columnar succulent, up to 12 inches tall (30 cm) Propagation: Seeds |
The genus Trichocaulon has been separated in several genera. Spiny species are now in the genus Hoodia.
Culture:
Check for mealy bugs
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