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Ferocactus glaucescens var. nuda
This distinctive variety has recently been introduced and is a
real prize as it has few or no spines. |
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Cultivation: Plants are slow-growing to start, but
they are easy to grow
and require little care once they have reached a nice flowering size.
F. glaucescens is suited for any rich, well drained soil in full sun
throughout the year. Pot culture:
it grows best in a fairly roomy,
well-drained container filled with a porous cactus soil mixture that
doesn't contain too much humus. To insure robust plants, water and
fertilize during the aestival growth cycle; this plant need plenty of
water (indicatively, about once a week).
But it's necessary to avoid
wetting the bodies of these plants while they are in sunlight.
A wet
cactus in the sun light can cause sun burning, which can lead to scars
or even fungal infections and death. In winter keep it
completely dry at
10°C. This usually aids in maintaining a healthier plant, but can
tolerate sporadic light frost.
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Reproduction: Cuttings (if available)
made from pieces of the stem of any size can be detached and laid aside
for a few days to allow a protective "skin" to form over the cut. They
can then be planted in pots. Place them in a spot where they'll receive
sun, and do not water until the soil becomes fairly dry. After a while
the soil can be moistened regularly but never kept constantly saturated.
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Family:
Cactaceae
(Cactus
Family)
Scientific Name:
Ferocactus
glaucescens forma nuda (inermis) |
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Spineless with woolly top.
The one spine form (Partially Nudum)
Photo of conspecific
taxa, varieties, forms and cultivars of
Ferocactus glaucescens:
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