Parodia chrysacanthion
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A spherical cactus to 12cm tall, the stem having about 24 spirally arranged, warty ribs and the crown covered with thick yellow wool. 30-40 fine, pale yellow radial spines emerge from each areole, along with 1 or more central spines. In spring, funnel-shaped yellow flowers are produced around the crown of the plant
Scientific classification
- Species
- Parodia chrysacanthion (Parodia chrysacanthion)
- Genus
- Parodia
- Family
- Cactaceae
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- Toxicity
- Cactus Succulent · Houseplants
- Plant type
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Height
- 0-0.1 metre
- Spread
- Evergreen
- Foliage
- Columnar upright
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Parodia chrysacanthion pictures
Distribution of Parodia chrysacanthion
Distribution map
- Native
- Introduced
- Cultivated
Source：WCVP v16 · Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew · CC BY 3.0 · Boundaries：WGSRPD / TDWG
Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of Parodia chrysacanthion
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Parodia chrysacanthion care guide
- Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
- Watering
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
Pruning
PruningNo pruning required
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by seed sown at 19-24°C in spring or summer
Growing
GrowingUnder glass, grow in cactus compost in full light. From spring to summer water freely and apply a balanced liquid fertiliser monthly; keep dry at other times. See houseplant cacti and succulent cultivation for further information
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
Generally disease-free
Pests
May be susceptible to mealybugs
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