Get ready to smarten up your plant collection with a unique and eye-catching addition - the Fouquieria formosa is a vibrant member of the Fouquieria. This species is perfect if you're searching for a cold-tolerant species. The most remarkable feature of this species has been its ability to thrive in the hardest winters. It adapts well to cultivation and is resilient to moderate freezes in USDA 8-11 zone and drought.
Native to central and southern Mexico, this small, dry deciduous tree grows to a height of about 32 feet. When leafless, Fouquieria formosa resembles a conventional tree more than the other species in this genus and has to peel bark, and a tiny, red, tubular flower, blooms in spring that draws hummingbirds.
These evergreen branches covered in spines, often used as bonsai are sure to be the talk of your garden or indoor space. From its full sunlight requirements to minimal watering needs, this plant is relatively easy to care for. It grows best in a specialized succulent potting mix, which protects it from fungal diseases and root rot.
With its ability to shelter and feed a variety of animals, this tree plays a crucial role in the desert ecosystem. Its sap has also been used for medicinal purposes by indigenous peoples for centuries.
Bloom Season
Flower Color
Growth Rate
Hardiness Zone
Mature Size
Plant Type
Sun Exposure
Toxicity
Watering Needs
| Bloom Season | Spring |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Fouquieria formosa |
| Dormancy | Winter |
| Family | Fouquieriaceae |
| Flower Color | Red |
| Genus | Fouquieria |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Hardiness Zone | 8, 9, 10, 11 |
| Mature Size | 32 ft. tall |
| Native Area | Mexico |
| Plant Type | Tree like Succulent |
| Propagation | By seeds, cuttings |
| Resistance | Drought tolerant, heat resistant, deer resistant, mild frost tolerant, pest resistant |
| Soil PH | 6.5, Acidic, Neutral |
| Soil Type | specialized succulent potting mix |
| Special Features | Bonsai plant |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun, partial shade |
| Toxicity | Safe for humans, friendly to cats, friendly to dogs |
| Watering Needs | Low |
- Description
- Key Plant Features
Get ready to smarten up your plant collection with a unique and eye-catching addition - the Fouquieria formosa is a vibrant member of the Fouquieria. This species is perfect if you're searching for a cold-tolerant species. The most remarkable feature of this species has been its ability to thrive in the hardest winters. It adapts well to cultivation and is resilient to moderate freezes in USDA 8-11 zone and drought.
Native to central and southern Mexico, this small, dry deciduous tree grows to a height of about 32 feet. When leafless, Fouquieria formosa resembles a conventional tree more than the other species in this genus and has to peel bark, and a tiny, red, tubular flower, blooms in spring that draws hummingbirds.
These evergreen branches covered in spines, often used as bonsai are sure to be the talk of your garden or indoor space. From its full sunlight requirements to minimal watering needs, this plant is relatively easy to care for. It grows best in a specialized succulent potting mix, which protects it from fungal diseases and root rot.
With its ability to shelter and feed a variety of animals, this tree plays a crucial role in the desert ecosystem. Its sap has also been used for medicinal purposes by indigenous peoples for centuries.
Bloom Season
Flower Color
Growth Rate
Hardiness Zone
Mature Size
Plant Type
Sun Exposure
Toxicity
Watering Needs
| Bloom Season | Spring |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Fouquieria formosa |
| Dormancy | Winter |
| Family | Fouquieriaceae |
| Flower Color | Red |
| Genus | Fouquieria |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Hardiness Zone | 8, 9, 10, 11 |
| Mature Size | 32 ft. tall |
| Native Area | Mexico |
| Plant Type | Tree like Succulent |
| Propagation | By seeds, cuttings |
| Resistance | Drought tolerant, heat resistant, deer resistant, mild frost tolerant, pest resistant |
| Soil PH | 6.5, Acidic, Neutral |
| Soil Type | specialized succulent potting mix |
| Special Features | Bonsai plant |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun, partial shade |
| Toxicity | Safe for humans, friendly to cats, friendly to dogs |
| Watering Needs | Low |