Sulcorebutia mentosa var. flavissima
8.00€
Art. 46199
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Size:
Pot: 10 cm.
Family:
Cactaceae
Origin:
Bolivia, province of Campero
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Description:
It is a cactus of a characteristic mint green or deep dark green color. This cactacea has one of the largest heads of its kind, which can reach up to 7 centimeters in diameter, and can be found solitary or, when large enough, also surrounded by suckers. This plant has long dark red spines that protrude straight outwards and, in spring, it blooms with funnel-shaped flowers of a cherry color.
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We need 2-3 business days to prepare your plants. As soon as we have shipped your order, you will receive an email with the data to track the shipment. Delivery times with express courier are 24/48 hours, for the islands - an extra day is expected.
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We need 2-3 business days to prepare your plants. As soon as we have shipped your order, you will receive an email with the data to track the shipment. Delivery times with express courier are 24/48 hours, for the islands - an extra day is expected.
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Plant care:
It requires an exposure to full sun, however in the hottest hours it is advisable to place it in shade.
It requires mild temperatures, it is advisable to shelter it when winter temperatures drop below 0°C.
In hot periods it is advisable to water moderately, on a weekly basis, in winter it is necessary to completely suspend watering, as long as the plant is very sensitive to rotting.
A well-draining and mineral-rich soil is an optimal solution. It's even better to add one layer of sand at the bottom of the pot, as it helps to avoid rotting.
They do not need frequent fertilization, it is sufficient to dilute the fertilizer with watering once a year.