Parodia formosa - Exotic Succulent Cactus - 10 Seeds Container StrawberryParodia is a genus of flowering plants in the cactus family Cactaceae, native to the uplands of Argentina, Peru, Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia and Uruguay. This genus has about 50 species, many of which have been transferred from Eriocactus, Notocactus and Wigginsia. They range from small globose plants to 1 m (3 ft) tall columnar cacti. All are deeply ribbed and spiny, with single flowers at or near the crown. Some species produce offsets at the base.
There are 52 species in southern Africa
Width : 30 - 46cm
light green cucumbers with mild
red & yellow flowers in Summer-Autumn
flowers variable in colour from white to pink to yellow (normally yellow)
and goes from green through yellow and orange
very aromatic attractive silvery leaves
It may reach 2 m in height and width
A particularly popular variety with supermarkets and restaurants
The Vlamdoring / Acacia Ataxacantha or Flame Tree grows to 5 metres and features pods that turn from a bright red to purple
Excellent colour choice for garnishes or using fresh in salads
Thrives spring through summer in the full shade
