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ASTROPHYTUM ORNATUM |
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| Astrophytum ornatum is native to Mexico (Querétaro, Hidalgo), and generally more heavily spined than other Astrophytums. The body can be dark green with very few silvery felty "scales", or can be densely covered so as to appear nearly white. Approximately 8 ribs; globular when young but somewhat columnar with age. Spines are golden, approximately 1" in length and arranged marginally along the angles of the ribs. The Astrophytum ornatum blooms in summer. The 2.5 inch wide flowers (6 cm) are pale yellow and scented. It needs to be 6 inches tall to bloom (15 cm). This might take six years or more depending on the length of its growing period in your local conditions. Requires bright light. Soil must have extra drainage; such as can be attained by addition of extra pumice or perlite. Water thoroughly when soil is dry to touch, do not allow soil to remain waterlogged. Moderate water in summer. Do not water in winter. Protect from frost.
ASTROPHYTUM ORNATUM - $7.99
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