Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Cactaceae

Genus:

Acanthocalycium

Species:

Acanthocalycium rhodotrichum subsp. chacoanum

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Succulent

Height:

15 cm

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

oct,nov,dec

Bloom Colors:

pink, white

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:

Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

None required

Germination Time:

7–21 days

Notes:

Seeds germinate readily at warm temperatures (20-25°C) without special treatment. Light exposure may improve germination rates.

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