Notocactus macracanthus Freesia Our original clump of Aucuba

Our original clump of Aucuba 'Cecil-Alice' is now 3

If the growing point is protected in winter

will limit distribution

Unlike our native Podophyllum peltatum

This little known palm hails from Mexico's west coast

Notocactus macracanthus Freesia Our original clump of Aucuba(aka: Parodia sellowii, Wigginsia macracantha) Notocactus macracanthus has been an outstanding performer in our in ground trials at JLBG. In the wild, this Uruguay native can be found growing on rocky outcrops in the country's grasslands. In our rock garden, it forms 3" tall x 6" wide chubby green rosettes, topped, starting in early spring, with brilliant yellow flowers. Dry soils during the winter months are key to survival in cold winter climates.