Hechtia montana (Mezcalito)
Botanical Information
Family | Bromeliaceae |
Genus | Hechtia |
Species | montana |
Category | Perennials, Tropicals |
Type | Shrub (evergreen) |
Origin | Mexico. |
Details
USDA Hardiness Zone | 9a - 11 |
USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
Temperature (°F) | 60 - 80 |
Spread | 12 - 15 cm |
Description and Growing Information
Landscape | Use as an accent plant in a desert garden or in a container. |
Propagation | Propagate from seed. |
Cultivation | Average water needs but be sure not to overwater. |
Notable Specimens | Desert Botanical Gardens, Phoenix, Arizona, United States of America. |
Habitat | Thrives in the bright, sunny deserts of Mexico. |