Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Cactaceae

Genus:

Sclerocactus

Species:

Sclerocactus blainei

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:

Succulent

Height:

15 cm

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

apr,may,jun

Bloom Colors:

yellow, pink, purple

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

bees, butterflies

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Source: deepseek-v4-flash

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:

Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days

Germination Time:

14–30 days

Notes:

Seeds require cold stratification for 4-8 weeks to break dormancy; sow in well-draining soil.

Source: deepseek-v4-flash