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Description:
Solitary
cactus with
long sharp spines. The plants in cultivation are quite variable.
Stem: Flattened globose to short cylindrical, light green, 10-12
cm in diameter.
Ribs: Up to 35, wavy with a triangular section;
Areoles: With white felt;
Central spines: 1 per areole, white or pale with brown tips, 4
to 8 cm long, more or less flattened, rigid and very
sharp.
Radial spines: 5 or 6 short yellowish spines, the upper ones longer, up
to 3 cm long.
Flowers: Large and pink. |
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Cultivation: Small
growing and easy to care for and flower. Because of it’s small size makes
a great potted plant specimen, great for beginning collectors. It needs
regular cacti soil with good drainage. Propagation: Seeds. Exposure:
need some direct sun, but it's tolerant and prefers light shade during the
hot Summer months. Allow to dry between watering.
Watering should be
curtailed during the winter months. Frost Tolerance -5°
C if kept dry.
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