Fockea Species

Fockeacapensis

Family
Apocynaceae (a-pos-ih-NAY-see-ee)
Genus
Fockea (FOK-ee-uh)
Species
capensis (ka-PEN-sis)
Synonym
Brachystelma crispum
Fockea crispa
Fockea edulis var. capensis
Sun Exposure
Sun to Partial Shade
Light Shade
Foliage
Deciduous
Height
6-12 in. (15-30 cm)
12-18 in. (30-45 cm)
Hardiness
USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)
USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)
Bloom Color
Pale Green
White/Near White
Bloom Time
Late Winter/Early Spring
Other Details
Category
Perennials
Shrubs
Cactus and Succulents
Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Can be grown as an annual
Bloom Characteristics
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
Seed Collecting
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Maricopa, Arizona

Pleasant Hill, California

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Gardener's Notes:

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neutral
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negative
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