Plant Care The Glory of Texas

The Glory of Texas

Taxonomy

Thelocactus bicolor
Thelocactus
Cactaceae
Caryophyllales

How to care for The Glory of Texas

💦 Water

How often to water your The Glory of Texas

Water needs for The Glory of Texas
0.5 cups
every 12

The Glory of Texas needs 0.5 cups of water every 12 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Calculate water needs of The Glory of Texas

Water 0.5 cups every
12

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

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5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for The Glory of Texas in your home

Light needs and placement for plant The Glory of Texas: 1ft from a window
1ft or less from
a window

The Glory of Texas love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

The Glory of Texas does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of The Glory of Texas in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize The Glory of Texas

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for The Glory of Texas: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your The Glory of Texas after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

💡 FAQs
💦 Water Needs

The Glory of Texas thrives in dry soil and should be watered sparingly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

The Glory of Texas Water Frequency →

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☀️ Sunlight Needs

The Glory of Texas requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

The Glory of Texas Light Requirements →

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🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.


💨 Humidity

The Glory of Texas prefers dry environments. Providing extra humidity or misting your plant allows water to linger on leaves, which can create the perfect environment for harmful types of fungi.

The Glory of Texas Humidity Needs →


🪴 Soil

The Glory of Texas is very sensitive to wet soil, so choose a potting soil that drains very well and doesn’t retain too much moisture. A good soil will have lots of perlite or vermiculite for drainage and some organic matter for nutrition. A few handfuls of perlite added to regular store-bought cactus soil will do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for The Glory of Texas →

When and How to Successfully Repot The Glory of Texas →


💩 Fertilizer

The Glory of Texas grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!


🌎 Native Region

The Glory of Texas is native to Mexico.


🌸 Flowers

The Glory of Texas produces flowers in the wild, but does not flower when kept as houseplants.


⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

The Glory of Texas grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.

How and When to Prune The Glory of Texas →


🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.


Care Summary for The Glory of Texas

The Glory of Texas

The Glory of Texas


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 12 days

Placement

< 1ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

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