Turbinicarpus valdezianus

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Size : 2.5” pot.

Rare Scale : 8/10

Plant Care :

Sunlight: This cactus thrives in full sun, needing 6-8 hours of sunlight daily for optimal growth. Ensure it's placed in a sunny and sheltered spot if growing outdoors, protecting it from frost. If grown indoors, provide adequate ventilation. 

Watering: Water infrequently, allowing the soil to dry completely between waterings. Reduce watering frequency during winter months as the plant enters dormancy. 

Soil: Use a well-draining cactus mix or sandy loam for optimal growth. Good drainage is essential to prevent waterlogged roots. 

Temperature: This cactus prefers warm temperatures, ideally between 20°C and 30°C (68°F to 86°F). Keep it dry in winter or when night temperatures fall below 10°C (50°F). It can tolerate temperatures as low as -4°C for short periods. 

Key Characteristics :

Appearance: It has a small, globular to cylindrical stem that is typically covered in tiny, feathery white spines that hide the plant's body. It grows partially underground, with a significant taproot.

Size: Mature plants usually reach around 2” in height and 1.5” in diameter.

Flowers: The plant produces a handful of flowers at its apex during early spring (February - March). The flower color varies from pinkish-white to bright pink with darker mid-veins.

Size : 2.5” pot.

Rare Scale : 8/10

Plant Care :

Sunlight: This cactus thrives in full sun, needing 6-8 hours of sunlight daily for optimal growth. Ensure it's placed in a sunny and sheltered spot if growing outdoors, protecting it from frost. If grown indoors, provide adequate ventilation. 

Watering: Water infrequently, allowing the soil to dry completely between waterings. Reduce watering frequency during winter months as the plant enters dormancy. 

Soil: Use a well-draining cactus mix or sandy loam for optimal growth. Good drainage is essential to prevent waterlogged roots. 

Temperature: This cactus prefers warm temperatures, ideally between 20°C and 30°C (68°F to 86°F). Keep it dry in winter or when night temperatures fall below 10°C (50°F). It can tolerate temperatures as low as -4°C for short periods. 

Key Characteristics :

Appearance: It has a small, globular to cylindrical stem that is typically covered in tiny, feathery white spines that hide the plant's body. It grows partially underground, with a significant taproot.

Size: Mature plants usually reach around 2” in height and 1.5” in diameter.

Flowers: The plant produces a handful of flowers at its apex during early spring (February - March). The flower color varies from pinkish-white to bright pink with darker mid-veins.