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Cactus SucculentConservatory Greenhouse
Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
5–10 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Yellow Red | Green | ||
| Autumn | Green | Green | ||
| Winter | Green |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
North–facing or East–facing or South–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H2Botanical details
- Family
- Cactaceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Genus
Coryphantha are evergreen cacti with spherical or cylindrical bodies bearing spines on the prominent tubercles, and funnel-shaped flowers in summer, followed by cylindrical green fruits
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- SE Mexico
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow under glass in a standard cactus compost, in bright, filtered light. When in growth water moderately. Feed in the spring with a low nitrogen liquid fertilizer. Keep dry in the winter
Propagation
Propagate by seed sown at 19 - 24°C in spring or early summer
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Patio and container plants
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
May be susceptible to mealybugs
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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