A pretty spherical cactus covered in a thick yellow wool and beautiful pale yellow funnel shaped flowers. Max Height 8cm. Max Spread 10cm. Flowers March to April. Full sun and Bright room with some direct sunlight. Min temp 50°F / 10°C.
Parodia chrysacanthion
A pretty spherical cactus covered in a thick yellow wool and beautiful pale yellow funnel shaped flowers
Additional information
| Generic | Parodia |
|---|---|
| Species | chrysacanthion |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | yellow |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Full sun, Bright room with some direct sunlight |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 8cm |
| Family | Cactaceae |
| Spread | 10cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Rounded |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | March, April |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Min temp 50°F / 10°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 | Mealy bugs, Slugs and snails |
| Maintenance | Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost, Place outdoors in the summer |
| Propagation | Stem cuttings, Seed |
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