Sclerocactus megarrhizus

Sclerocactus megarrhizus

Native to:
Mexico | Mexico Northeast | United States | TX

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Cactaceae
Genus:
Sclerocactus
Species:
Sclerocactus megarrhizus

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Succulent
Height:
15 cm
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Months:
apr,may
Bloom Colors:
pink, purple

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees
Deer Resistant:
Yes

Source: deepseek-v4-flash

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 60–90 days
Germination Time:
14–30 days
Notes:
Seeds require cold stratification for 60-90 days; sow in well-draining mix.

Source: deepseek-v4-flash