Astrophytum myriostigma cv. Onzuka
Cultivation and Propagation: It is relatively easy to grow. It is sometime seen as a grafted plant but grows very well on its own roots too. Water sparingly from March till October and keep perfectly dry in winter at temperatures from 5 to 15 degrees centigrade. (but it is hardy to -7°C for short periods). In the rest period no high atmospheric humidity!!
Sun Exposure: Light shade to full sun.
Be careful: The epidermis of ONZUKA is harder than in the normal myriostigmas and cracks easily if plants are overwatered.
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Blooming Season | Spring |
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Common Name | Onzuka |
Dormancy | October to april |
Family | Cactaceae |
Flower | Magenta petals |
Frost Tolerance | 12 c |
Growth Rate | Fast growth |
Hardiness Zone | 10a to 11b |
Height | 8 in |
Origin | Japan |
Pot Size | 3.5" |
Scientific Name | Astrophytum onzuka |
Shape | Funnel-shaped |
Sun Exposure | Sunny/mid-shade |