An attractive spherical to columnar cactus with band markings and lovely daisy-like yellow flowers. Max Height 35cm. Max Spread 15cm. Flowers June to July. Full sun and Bright room with some direct sunlight. Min temp 55°F / 12°C.
Astrophytum ornatum
An attractive spherical to columnar cactus with band markings and lovely daisy-like yellow flowers
Category: Houseplants
Additional information
Generic | Astrophytum |
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Species | ornatum |
Varietry | |
Common Name | |
Flower Colour | yellow |
Soil | |
Aspect | Full sun, Bright room with some direct sunlight |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Height | 35cm |
Family | Cactaceae |
Spread | 15cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Rounded to broadly columnar |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | June, July |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Min temp 55°F / 12°C |
Planting | |
Care | Allow compost to dry out between waterings, Water sparingly in winter, Water with tepid water, Mist regularly |
Border | Houseplant, Conservatory plant |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | Red spider mite, Mealy bugs, Slugs and snails |
Maintenance | Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost |
Propagation | Stem cuttings, Seed |
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