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Melocactus bahiensis f. acispinosus

Also Known As

  • Melocactus acipinosus

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 12"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 10b-11

Melocactus bahiensis f. acispinosus plant details

Melocactus bahiensis f. acispinosus is an evergreen cactus / succulent. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and low water. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Melocactus bahiensis f. acispinosus

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: cactaceae
Mature size: 0 - 12 IN - wide, 0 - 12 IN - tall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Melocactus bahiensis f. acispinosus

USDA Zones: 10b - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: low
Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Gardening facts about Melocactus bahiensis f. acispinosus plant

How to Grow Melocactus bahiensis f. acispinosus

  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Water Needs

    • low
  • Water Needs

    • dry in winter
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun

Features

  • Texture

    • glaucous
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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