Astrophytum Myriostigma Tricostatum
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Astrophytum Myriostigma var. quadricostatum, also known as the “Bishop’s Cap Cactus,” is a distinctive, spineless cactus with four prominent ribs, giving it a star-shaped appearance. Native to Mexico, this cactus is covered with tiny white dots that help it retain water in dry climates. It’s a great choice for collectors due to its unique look and easy care.
Care Instructions:
- Light: Prefers bright, indirect sunlight; a few hours of direct morning sun is beneficial.
- Water: Water sparingly, especially during winter. Allow the soil to dry completely between waterings to prevent rot.
- Soil: Use a well-draining cactus soil mix, ideally with added grit or sand.
- Temperature: Thrives in warm conditions (20-30°C) but can tolerate cooler temperatures down to around 5°C if kept dry.
- Humidity: Low humidity is best.
- Fertilizer: Apply a diluted cactus fertilizer during the growing season (spring and summer).
R280.00
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Astrophytum Myriostigma var. quadricostatum, ook bekend as die “Biskop se Muts Kaktus,” is ‘n kenmerkende, doringslose kaktus met vier prominente ribbes wat dit ‘n stervormige voorkoms gee. Inheems aan Mexiko, is hierdie kaktus bedek met klein wit kolletjies wat help om water in droë klimate te behou. Dit is ‘n goeie keuse vir versamelaars vanweë sy unieke voorkoms en maklike versorging.
Versorgingsinstruksies:
- Lig: Verkies helder, indirekte sonlig; ‘n paar ure se direkte oggendson is voordelig.
- Water: Water spaarsamig, veral in die winter. Laat die grond heeltemal uitdroog tussen waterings om verrotting te voorkom.
- Grond: Gebruik ‘n goed-drainerende kaktusgrondmengsel, verkieslik met bygevoegde gruis of sand.
- Temperatuur: Gedy in warm toestande (20-30°C), maar kan koeler temperature tot ongeveer 5°C verdra as dit droog gehou word.
- Humiditeit: Lae humiditeit is die beste.
- Kunsmis: Dien ‘n verdunde kaktus kunsmis toe gedurende die groeiseisoen (lente en somer).
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| Weight | 0.3 kg |
|---|---|
| pot size | 12cm |
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