Family: Cactaceae (kak-TAY-see-ee) (Info) Genus: Gymnocalycium (jim-no-kal-LISS-ee-um) (Info) Species: stellatum (stell-AY-tum) (Info)
Synonym:Gymnocalycium stellatum subsp. stellatum Synonym:Gymnocalycium asterium Synonym:Echinocactus stellatus
Category: Cactus and Succulents
Height: under 6 in. (15 cm) 6-12 in. (15-30 cm)
Spacing: 9-12 in. (22-30 cm) 12-15 in. (30-38 cm)
Hardiness: USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F) USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F) USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F) USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)
Sun Exposure: Light Shade
Danger: Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling
Bloom Color: White/Near White
Bloom Time: Late Summer/Early Fall
Foliage: Unknown - Tell us
Other details: Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping Suitable for growing in containers
Soil pH requirements: Unknown - Tell us
Patent Information: Non-patented
Propagation Methods: From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed Collecting: Allow unblemished fruit to ripen; clean and dry seeds Unblemished fruit must be significantly overripe before harvesting seed; clean and dry seeds
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