San Andres Mountain Foxtail Cactus


Scientific Name: Escobaria sandbergii P. Pierce & Schwer.
Family: Cactaceae
San Andres Mountain Foxtail Cactus(Escobaria sandbergii)
Escobaria sandbergii blooming at the end of April in Phoenix
Recommended Temperature Zone:
USDA: 9-10

Frost Tolerance: Hardy in Phoenix

Sun Exposure: Full sun, light shade in summer in Phoenix

Origin: USA (New Mexico)

Growth Habits: Generally clustering, stems up to 5 inches tall (12 cm), 0.5 inch in diameter (1.2 cm)

Watering Needs: Little water

Escobarias are related to Mammillarias, but considered more primitive. Some Escobaria species are extremely cold resistant.


 

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