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Eriosyce senilis ssp. coimasensis

Scientific Name: Eriosyce senilis ssp. coimasensis (F. Ritter) F. Kattermann
Synonym: Neoporteria coimasensis, Neoporteria nidus var. coimascensis
Family: Cactaceae

Eriosyce senilis coimasensis at the Desert Botanical Garden in late March

Recommended Temperature Zone:
USDA: 9b-11

Frost Tolerance: Hardy to at least 25°F (-4°C)

Heat Tolerance: Good heat tolerance

Sun Exposure: Light shade to full sun

Origin: Chile

Growth Habits: Solitary, up to 5 inches tall (12 cm)

Watering Needs: Somewhat rot prone

Propagation: Seeds

Blooming Habits:
Flower up to 2 inches long (5 cm)

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