Dwarf Devil’s Backbone is the compact version of the native woody evergreen succulent subsrub with zigzag stems resembling a spine and medium green leaves. Stems with clusters of showy two-lipped red bracts cover small scarlet flowers at the ends bloom from late spring into summer and are followed by fruit capsules. Best shape with afternoon shade and well-drained soils. Good drought tolerance. Broken stems have a mildly poisonous white sap when damaged. Rarely flowers indoors.
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Type: |
Succulent |
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Height: |
0.5′ – 1′ |
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Spread: |
– 0.5’ |
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Spacing: |
0.5’ |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
9 – 11 |
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Culture: |
Full Sun, Part Sun |
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Bloom Color: |
Red |
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Season of Interest: |
Spring, Summer, Year-Round |
