Mexican Tree Ocotillo (Fouquieria Macdougalii) is a perennial shrub, tree, succulent in the Fouquieriaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.
A shrubby desert plant that can grow into a small tree up to 6 meters tall, with much-branched, loose, open crowns and scarlet to red flowers.

Mexican Tree Ocotillo
Fouquieria Macdougalii
A shrubby desert plant that can grow into a small tree up to 6 meters tall, with much-branched, loose, open crowns and scarlet to red flowers.
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Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.
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