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

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.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub, tree, succulent
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
drought-tolerant
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, rocky, well-drained
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen plant, drought-tolerant landscaping, pollinator attractor

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Mexican Tree Ocotillo

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

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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Mexican Tree Ocotillo
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Taxonomy

Family:Fouquieriaceae
Genus:Fouquieria