Dyckia velascana

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Dyckia velascana

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Re: Dyckia velascana

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This one is new to me, and according to it's reputation, might be the most cold hardy Dyckia. Native to Argentina, I was attracted to it's different blue green color, topped with silver, and proportionally large teeth on moderately slender leaves.
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