Tephrocactus articulatus var. papyracanthus
4.00€
Art. 61714
Available: 12
Size:
Pot: 6,5 cm.
Family:
Cactaceae
Origin:
Western Argentina
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Description:
Often referred to as 'Paper Spine Cactus' because of the characteristic spines that almost look like they are made of paper. It is a cactus with an elongated, grayish-green stem that branches easily and can reach 30 cm in height. From the areoles with the glochids come out the spines: wide, flattened, flexible, white to gray in color. It blooms with beautiful large white or yellow flowers. It is a plant of easy cultivation, but you have to be very careful when moving it or transferring it, because its branches (segments) detach easily.
Shipping Info:
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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 likes an exposure to full sun in rather airy locations.
It is preferable to keep it at mild temperatures and never below 5 °C, for this reason it is recommended to shelter it during the winter period.
Water moderately, only when the soil is completely dry. It is enough to water the plant once a week in spring and summer, once a month in autumn and to suspend watering completely in winter.
The best option is a well-draining and porous soil, even better if further enriched with 50% of inert materials such as pumice or lapilli.
They do not need frequent fertilization, it is sufficient to dilute the fertilizer with watering once a year.