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Astrophytum Coahuilese |
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| Astrophytum Coahuilense, native to the highlands of central and northern Mexico. Columnar cactus, up to 2 feet long (60 cm) by 8 inches in diameter (20 cm); no spines. An attractive cactus, relatively cold resistant. The stems can be over 3 feet long and 8 inches in diameter (1.2 m by 20 cm). The glossy yellow, sweet scented flowers appear continuously during the summer. They are followed by a reddish fruit, 1 inch in diameter (2.5 cm). A. coahuilense have a reddish orange throat. The name 'Astrophytum comes from the Greek for "star plant". It grows much faster with fertilizer in spring and summer, and regular water throughout the summer. Keep dry as soon as the temperature starts dropping in October. Requires porous cactus soil with adequate drainage.Bright light to full sun with ample airflow. Water thoroughly when soil is dry to the touch. Protect from frost. Provide with ample airflow. Porous cactus soil with excellent drainage. Water when soil is dry to the touch. Allow soil to drain thoroughly before watering again. Do not water much in the winter.Protect from frost. All plants are shipped well packaged, healthy, free of pests & diseases.
ASTROPHYTUM COAHUILESE- $7.99
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