Eriosyce paucicostata
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A slow-growing cactus to 20cm tall, with a grey-green stem bearing pronounced ribs. A single central spine and a number of radial spines arise from each areole. Mature plants may produce funnel-shaped, cream-coloured flowers around the crown of the stem in spring
Scientific classification
- Species
- Eriosyce paucicostata (Eriosyce paucicostata)
- Genus
- Eriosyce
- 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
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Distribution of Eriosyce paucicostata
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of Eriosyce paucicostata
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Eriosyce paucicostata 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 pruining required
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by seed
Growing
GrowingGrow in standard cactus compost in full sun with good ventilation. Water moderately when in growth and apply a specialist liquid cacti feed monthly; keep almost completely dry at other times. See houseplant cacti and succulent cultivation for further information
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to stem rot in wet conditions
Pests
May be susceptible to mealybugs
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