Calibanus hookeri alkaline 1987 softcover

1987 softcover

Pilea peperomioides

semi-deciduous Fragrant No Cold Hardy to 15F Attracts pollinators Yes Container Plant Yes Erosion Control Yes Bank Stabilization Yes Fire Resistant No Deer resistant Yes Local plant No

A slow growing mounding shrub that can reach the height of three feet tall by six feet wide

butterflies Container Plant Yes Erosion Control Yes Bank Stabilization Yes Fire Resistant No Deer resistant No Local plant No

Calibanus hookeri alkaline 1987 softcoverMexican Boulder Plant This succulent is named for the rock like mound that appears above the soil called a caudex that becomes the base for the leaf growth. Its an evergreen succulent and its leaves resemble those of fescue grass. The dioecious flowers are small and hidden in the foliage and borne on foot long spikes in spring. 1 2 tall x 1 2 wide Full sun Extremely drought tolerant Great in containers Slow growing Native to Mexico