


Light-Temperature:
It needs full sun. Keep dry at 10 degrees centigrade in winter. It can tolerate sporadic light frosts.
The lowest temperature (ºC) supported by this cactus is on average:: -3
Irrigation:
Water abundantly during the growth cycle. Little to no water in the winter.
Multiplication:
Seeds
Pests:
Red spider, mites, scale insects.
Soil:
Use a soil with plenty of drainage. Add pebbles or coarse sand to a cactus substrate.
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Scientific name:
Ferocactus peninsulae var. townsendianus
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Synonyms:
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Origin:
Baja California, Northwest Mexico Southern California.
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