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Deamia testudo (Deamia testudo)

Deamia testudo is a climbing cactus native to Mexico and Central America, known for its unique, star-shaped flowers and flattened stems.

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Sunlight

Bright, indirect light.

Watering

Water when top inch of soil is dry, reduce in winter.

Soil

Well-draining cactus or succulent mix is essential. A gritty, sandy loam with good aeration prevents moisture retention.

Temperature

Prefers warm temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed during growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Bright, indirect light.

Protect from intense afternoon sun.

Water

Water when top inch of soil is dry, reduce in winter.

Avoid waterlogging.

Soil

Well-draining cactus or succulent mix is essential. A gritty, sandy loam with good aeration prevents moisture retention.

Temperature

Prefers warm temperatures.

Ideal range 18-25°C.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed during growing season.

Dilute to half strength.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Vine

Plant Category

Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

5-10 m

Spread

3-5 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Type

Scale-like

Flower Size

10-15 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

20000

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Synonyms
Cereus miravallensis F.A.C.Weber
Cereus testudo Karw. ex Zucc.
Deamia diabolica Clover
Selenicereus miravallensis (F.A.C.Weber) Britton & Rose
Selenicereus testudo (Karw. ex Zucc.) Buxb.
Strophocactus testudo (Karw. ex Zucc.) Ralf Bauer
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderCaryophyllales
  • familyCactaceae
  • genusDeamia
  • speciesDeamia testudo
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

Rating: 0/5

Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

No

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