Acanthocalycium ferrarii
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| Acanthocalycium ferrarii | |
|---|---|
| File:Acanthocalycium ferrarii.jpg | |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Family | Cactaceae |
| Subfamily | Cactoideae |
| Tribe | Trichocereeae |
| SubTribe | |
| Genus | Acanthocalycium |
| Species | Acanthocalycium ferrarii |
| Notes | Taxonomy follows Joël Lodé (2015–2019). |
Acanthocalycium ferrarii is a species of cactus in the genus Acanthocalycium, native to Argentina.
Description
Acanthocalycium ferrarii is a small cactus species forming solitary, globose to short cylindrical stems.
Distribution
- Argentina
Taxonomy
According to Joël Lodé, this species is included in the genus Acanthocalycium.
Synonyms
Notes
- Recognized as a distinct species within the genus in the treatment by Joël Lodé.
Cultivation
- requires well-draining mineral substrate
- prefers bright light to full sun
- moderate watering during growth period
- keep dry during winter dormancy
