Espostoa melanostele
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A columnar, clump-forming cactus with 20- to 30-ribbed stems, densely covered with white wool
Scientific classification
- Species
- Espostoa melanostele (Espostoa melanostele)
- Genus
- Espostoa
- Family
- Cactaceae
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- Toxicity
- Cactus Succulent
- Plant type
- 0.5-1 metres
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- Evergreen
- Foliage
- Clump forming
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Espostoa melanostele pictures
Distribution of Espostoa melanostele
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 Espostoa melanostele
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Espostoa melanostele 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 removing offsets in spring
Growing
GrowingGrow in cactus compost in a sunny position. Water moderately during the growing season and keep almost dry in winter. See houseplant cacti and succulent cultivation for further information
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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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