Ferocactus > Ferocactus gracilis ssp. coloratus


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Details about growing and caring for Ferocactus gracilis ssp. coloratus

Recommended light & temperature:

They need a lot of light to develop their typical spine, but different clones vary in their tolerance to full sunlight.
The lowest temperature (ºC) supported by this cactus is on average: -2

Watering and care:
During hot weather you may need to water the plants more frequently as long as the plant is actively growing. From autumn it should be reduced.

Multiplication:
Seeds

Pests:
Mealybugs, scaly insects and mites. Watch out for rot if the plants are over-watered

Best types of soil:
It grows well in rich, well-drained soil, such as clay, pumice, lava sand, and just a little bit of peat or mold, but is not demanding on the soil.

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Scientific name:
Ferocactus gracilis ssp. coloratus
Synonyms:
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Origin:
Known only from the area between Punta Pricta and Miller \ 's Landing, Baja California, Northwest Mexico.
Natural Habitat Ferocactus gracilis ssp. coloratus:
It grows at low elevation on rocky slopes and gravel plains.

Blooms

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There are 8 Ferocactus gracilis ssp. coloratus in the collections:
Collecion de D.Polo Collecion de Avonia Collecion de because Collecion de Marimar Collecion de Marimar Collecion de biznago24 Collecion de Alexs Collecion de Danitan
 

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