Details about growing and caring for Xerosicyos tripartitus
Recommended light & temperature:
It requires a lot of light to grow. Expose to the sun in the morning and late afternoon. The optimal temperature range is between 15 and 35 degrees Celsius.
The lowest temperature (ºC) supported by this cactus is on average: 5
Watering and care:
This plant can take in a large amount of water during active growth. Keep dry in winter.
Multiplication:
It can be reproduced both by cuttings and by seeds.
Best types of soil:
Very draining but rich. Mistakes in cultivation can cause unsightly holes in the tuber.
Scientific name:
Xerosicyos tripartitus
Synonyms:
Zygosicyos tripartitus.
Origin:
Endemic of Madagascar.
Natural Habitat Xerosicyos tripartitus:
It grows on sub-arid mountain slopes among gneissic rocks.
There are 2 Xerosicyos tripartitus in the collections:
