Peanut Cactus. A very free flowering cactus with masses of finger-like spinney stems. Max Height 8cm. Max Spread 25cm. Flowers June. Full sun and Bright room with some direct sunlight. Min temp 55°F / 12°C.
Chamaecereus silvestrii
A very free flowering cactus with masses of finger-like spinney stems
Category: Houseplants
Additional information
Generic | Chamaecereus |
---|---|
Species | silvestrii |
Varietry | |
Common Name | Peanut Cactus |
Flower Colour | red |
Soil | |
Aspect | Full sun, Bright room with some direct sunlight |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Height | 8cm |
Family | Cactaceae |
Spread | 25cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Spreading |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | June |
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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