Parodia tabularis


Scientific Name: Parodia tabularis (Cels ex Rümpler) D. Hunt
Synonym: Echinocactus concinnus var. tabularis , Echinocactus tabularis, Malacocarpus tabularis, Notocactus apricus var. tabularis , Notocactus brederooianus, Notocactus concinnus var. tabularis , Notocactus tabularis, Peronocactus tabularis
Family: Cactaceae
(Parodia tabularis)
Recommended Temperature Zone:
Sunset®: 8-24
USDA: 8b-10

Frost Tolerance: Hardy to 15°F (-10°C)

Sun Exposure: Light shade

Origin: Southern Brazil down to Uruguay

Growth Habits: Solitary, flattened ball, 4 inches across (10 cm)

The Notocactus like to be kept cool in winter. Water occasionally in winter and regularly in summer. The soil should be acidic.
The name "Notocactus" comes from the Greek "Noto" south and "Cactus" thistle. "Tabularis" Is the Latine for "like a table, flattened"

Blooming Habits:
Yellow flower, 2 inches in diameter (5 cm)

Links:
Notocactus Information Exchange


 

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