Melocactus curvispinus
Scientific Name: Melocactus curvispinus Pfeiffer
Synonym: Cactus maxonii, Cactus oaxacensis, Cactus obtusipetalus, Cactus ruestii, Melocactus brongnartii, Melocactus curvispinus, Melocactus delessertianus, Melocactus guatemalensis, Melocactus guitartii, Melocactus holguinensis, Melocactus humilis, Melocactus jakusii, Melocactus lobelii, Melocactus loboguerreroi, Melocactus maxonii var. sanctae-rosae , Melocactus maxonii, Melocactus oaxacensis, Melocactus obtusipetalus, Melocactus ruestii ssp. maxonii , Melocactus ruestii, Melocactus ruestii ssp. sanctae-rosae , Melocactus ruestii ssp. oaxacensis , Melocactus ruestii ssp. centalapensis , Melocactus rustii, Melocactus salvador
Family: Cactaceae
Frost Tolerance: Does better if kept above 60°F (15°C) in winter
Sun Exposure: Light shade
Origin: Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico (Chiapas)
Growth Habits: Up to 8 inches tall (20 cm)
Watering Needs: Moderate water
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