Fouquieria splendens
OCOTILLO, VINE CACTUS
Fouquieriaceae

 
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Plant type: semi-deciduous tree or succulent

Hardiness zones: 9-11

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: dry for extended periods to dry between watering

Soil: ordinary soil, enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: high wind
10m
Plant habit
 
2m

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Origins: USA, Mexico

Other Botanical Names: Fouquieria spinosa, Idria columnaria

Other Common Names: Coach Whip, Candle Wood

 
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Fouquieria splendens
OCOTILLO, VINE CACTUS
Fouquieriaceae

 

  Plant type: semi-deciduous tree or succulent

Hardiness zones: 9-11

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: dry for extended periods to dry between watering

Soil: ordinary soil, enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: high wind
10m
Plant habit
 
2m

FEATURES

Flowers: red

Flowering Time: early spring to late summer

Bark & Stems: thorns


DESIGN

Garden Styles: suits contemporary & dry style designs

Uses: barrier, pot, large planter, accents

Growth rate: average

Maintenance Level: average

Skill Level: average

Animals: deer resistant






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