Pterocactus tuberosus
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A cactus to 40cm tall, producing fragile, grey-green, cylindrical stems from a tuberous rootstock. Whitish spines arise from grey areoles and lie flat against the stems. Showy, pale yellow, sometimes copper-tinged flowers are produced in early summer
Scientific classification
- Species
- Pterocactus tuberosus (Pterocactus tuberosus)
- Genus
- Pterocactus
- 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 Pterocactus tuberosus
Distribution map
Argentina
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of Pterocactus tuberosus
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Pterocactus tuberosus 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 or stem cuttings
Growing
GrowingUnder glass, grow in standard cactus compost with full light. From spring to late summer, water moderately and apply a low-nitrogen fertiliser every 4 or 5 weeks; keep almost dry at all other times. See houseplant cacti and succulent cultivation
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to root and stem rots if overwatered
Pests
May be susceptible to mealybugs
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