Melocactus curvispinus
Melocactus curvispinus
Melocactus curvispinus
Melocactus curvispinus
Melocactus curvispinus
Melocactus curvispinus
Melocactus curvispinus
Melocactus curvispinus
Melocactus curvispinus
Melocactus curvispinus
Melocactus curvispinus
Melocactus curvispinus
Melocactus curvispinus
Melocactus curvispinus
Melocactus curvispinus
Melocactus curvispinus
Melocactus curvispinus
Melocactus curvispinus
Melocactus curvispinus
Melocactus curvispinus
Melocactus curvispinus
Melocactus curvispinus
Melocactus curvispinus
Melocactus curvispinus
Melocactus curvispinus

The common name of the Globose-shaped Melocactus curvispinus is "Turk's Cap Cactus." It has its origin in Mexico and is widely known for its reddish cap-like structure. Hence, the winter-dormant cacti get their name as the Turk's Cap. Melocactus curvispinus belongs to the Cactaceae family and usually grows up to a height of 1 foot.

Growth Rate

Melocactus curvispinus has a slow growth rate and needs regular care to develop further.

Flowering

The blooming season begins in spring and lasts till summer. Pale Pink Magenta flowers originate in the cap-like region. The flowers later develop into pepper-shaped pink-colored non-edible fruits.

Watering and Feeding

Turk's cap cactus needs regular watering even during the dormant winter season. It requires feeding once in four weeks, especially with phosphorus and potassium-rich fertilizer during summers.

Soil

Melocactus curvispinus needs moist soil with good drainage. The soil should never get completely dry.

Hardiness

This houseplant belongs to the hardiness zone of 11. The plant has a frost tolerance of 8-12° C (46.4-53.6° F).

Light

This interesting plant grows well in full sun exposure and even in partial shade. The plant needs plenty of bright light to flower.

Propagation

This variety of cacti can be successfully propagated from seeds during the spring season.

Melocactus curvispinus or 'Turk's cap cactus' is excellent for patios and garden rock settings. It makes for a suitable gifting item too.

Some of the information in this description has been found at desert-tropicals.com, llifle.com and cactus-art.biz

Bloom Season Spring to summer
Botanical Name Melocactus curvispinus
Dormancy Winter
Family Cactaceae
Flower Color Pale pink magenta (pinkpurple)
Genus Melocactus
Growth Habit Globose
Growth Rate Slow
Hardiness Zone 10, 11
Hardiness Zone 11(USDA)
Mature Size 1 ft tall
Native Area Mexico
Plant Type Cactus
Propagation By seeds
Resistance Drought tolerant
Resistance Drought tolerant, Pest resistance, Deer resistance
Soil PH 6.5
Soil PH 6.5, Acidic, Neutral
Soil Type Cactus potting mix soil
Special Features Showy
Special Features Showy, tubular flower, diurnal anthesis
Sun Exposure Full sun
Sun Exposure Full sun, Partial shade
Toxicity Safe for humans
Toxicity Safe for humans, safe for pets
Watering Needs Low

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Melocactus curvispinus

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The common name of the Globose-shaped Melocactus curvispinus is "Turk's Cap Cactus." It has its origin in Mexico and is widely known for its reddish cap-like structure. Hence, the winter-dormant cacti get their name as the Turk's Cap. Melocactus curvispinus belongs to the Cactaceae family and usually grows up to a height of 1 foot.

Growth Rate

Melocactus curvispinus has a slow growth rate and needs regular care to develop further.

Flowering

The blooming season begins in spring and lasts till summer. Pale Pink Magenta flowers originate in the cap-like region. The flowers later develop into pepper-shaped pink-colored non-edible fruits.

Watering and Feeding

Turk's cap cactus needs regular watering even during the dormant winter season. It requires feeding once in four weeks, especially with phosphorus and potassium-rich fertilizer during summers.

Soil

Melocactus curvispinus needs moist soil with good drainage. The soil should never get completely dry.

Hardiness

This houseplant belongs to the hardiness zone of 11. The plant has a frost tolerance of 8-12° C (46.4-53.6° F).

Light

This interesting plant grows well in full sun exposure and even in partial shade. The plant needs plenty of bright light to flower.

Propagation

This variety of cacti can be successfully propagated from seeds during the spring season.

Melocactus curvispinus or 'Turk's cap cactus' is excellent for patios and garden rock settings. It makes for a suitable gifting item too.

Some of the information in this description has been found at desert-tropicals.com, llifle.com and cactus-art.biz

Bloom Season Spring to summer
Botanical Name Melocactus curvispinus
Dormancy Winter
Family Cactaceae
Flower Color Pale pink magenta (pinkpurple)
Genus Melocactus
Growth Habit Globose
Growth Rate Slow
Hardiness Zone 10, 11
Hardiness Zone 11(USDA)
Mature Size 1 ft tall
Native Area Mexico
Plant Type Cactus
Propagation By seeds
Resistance Drought tolerant
Resistance Drought tolerant, Pest resistance, Deer resistance
Soil PH 6.5
Soil PH 6.5, Acidic, Neutral
Soil Type Cactus potting mix soil
Special Features Showy
Special Features Showy, tubular flower, diurnal anthesis
Sun Exposure Full sun
Sun Exposure Full sun, Partial shade
Toxicity Safe for humans
Toxicity Safe for humans, safe for pets
Watering Needs Low

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Kian

Very bright and in wonderful plant when it arrived.

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04/02/2021
Dakota

My entire experience has exceeded my ultimate dream.

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