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Frailea pumila (Frailea pumila)

Frailea pumila is a small, solitary cactus native to South America, known for its tiny, globular body and inconspicuous flowers.

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Sunlight

Bright, indirect sunlight is ideal. Protect from intense direct sun.

Watering

Allow soil to dry out completely between waterings. Reduce in winter.

Soil

Requires a well-draining cactus or succulent mix. A gritty, sandy compost with good aeration is essential to prevent waterlogging.

Temperature

Prefers warm temperatures during the growing season (18-25°C). Can tolerate cooler temperatures in winter dormancy.

Habitat

Indoor, Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed sparingly with a cactus fertilizer during the growing season. Do not fertilize in winter.

Care Requirements

Light

Bright, indirect sunlight is ideal. Protect from intense direct sun.

Water

Allow soil to dry out completely between waterings. Reduce in winter.

Soil

Requires a well-draining cactus or succulent mix. A gritty, sandy compost with good aeration is essential to prevent waterlogging.

Temperature

Prefers warm temperatures during the growing season (18-25°C). Can tolerate cooler temperatures in winter dormancy.

Habitat

Indoor, Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed sparingly with a cactus fertilizer during the growing season. Do not fertilize in winter.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Succulent

Plant Category

Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Pot, Ground

Plant Environment

Indoor, Outdoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

2-5 cm

Spread

5-10 cm

Growth Rate

Slow

Dormancy

Winter

Leaf Type

Absent

Flower Size

1-1.5 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

30000

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Synonyms
Astrophytum pumilum (Lem.) Halda & Malina
Echinocactus pumilus Lem.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderCaryophyllales
  • familyCactaceae
  • genusFrailea
  • speciesFrailea pumila
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

No

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