Sulcorebutia langeri 8.5cm

-15%

Sulcorebutia langeri K.Augustin & Hentzschel
Οικογένεια: Cactaceae

Διάμετρος γλάστρας:8.5εκ., Ύψος:15εκ.

It is named after the collector Andrew Langer who discovered it near Vallegrande.

It is characterized by combed and dense white spines, which do not exceed 3 millimeters in length, and by a globular body of a red-blackish color.

Its flowers are generally bright yellow.

Care

It requires an exposure to full sun, however in the hottest hours it is advisable to place it in shade.
It requires mild temperatures, it is advisable to shelter it when winter temperatures drop below 0°C.
In hot periods it is advisable to water moderately, on a weekly basis, in winter it is necessary to completely suspend watering, as long as the plant is very sensitive to rotting.
A well-draining and mineral-rich soil is an optimal solution. It's even better to add one layer of sand at the bottom of the pot, as it helps to avoid rotting.
They do not need frequent fertilization, it is sufficient to dilute the fertilizer with watering once a year.