Golden Ball Cactus. An attractive cactus, spherical when young later becoming cylindrical, with beautiful pale yellow funnel shaped flowers. Max Height 60cm. Max Spread 20cm. Flowers June to July. Full sun and Bright room with some direct sunlight. Min temp 50°F / 10°C.
Parodia leninghausii
An attractive cactus, spherical when young later becoming cylindrical, with beautiful pale yellow funnel shaped flowers
Additional information
| Generic | Parodia |
|---|---|
| Species | leninghausii |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Golden Ball Cactus |
| Flower Colour | yellow |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Full sun, Bright room with some direct sunlight |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 60cm |
| Family | Cactaceae |
| Spread | 20cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Spherical |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | June, July |
| 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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