That species is much sought after for its beautiful shape resembling to a bonsai and its shiny dark green foliage very harmonious. It develops a caudex up to 20 to 30cm when cultivated in pot. Propagation by cuttings is difficult, seed production is very rare in cultivation. Therefore, despite a huge demand, it is rarely offered for sale.
Seeds (500) : 957.6 €
Habitat
zone 12 = Winter minimum temperature above 10C (above 50F) Deserts or Arid Areas Limestone Hillsides
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Drought-Tolerant
Small plant
Cultivation
Cultivation
Substrate
Temperature during winter
Lighting
Watering during automn-winter
Watering during hot season
Fertilizer during growth
Pruning
Repotting
1 gravel + 1 soil + 1 humus
Indoor during winter temperature min. from 11 to 16C
Bright
Rarely ( when the substrate is dry )
Regularly but without excess, and especialy during summer
From time to time when necessary
No pruning
Repot from time to time
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zone 12 = Winter minimum temperature above 10C (above 50F) 
