About
A spherical cactus to 13cm tall, with a dark green stem and 13-21 warty ribs. Up to 25 white or pale brown radial spines arise from each areole, along with 2-4 longer central spines. Funnel-shaped yellow flowers to 5cm long are produced in summer.
About the genus
Parodia are cacti with either solitary or clustered, many-ribbed, globose, spiny stems, with funnel-shaped flowers near the apex
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeLoam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectEast-facing, South-facing, West-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH2
Plant details
Plant typeCactus Succulent, Houseplants
HabitColumnar upright
FoliageEvergreen
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0-0.1 metre
Time to full height5-10 years
Suggested usesHouseplants, Patio and container plants, Sub-tropical
Native toS America
Care notes
CultivationUnder glass, grow in cactus compost in full light. From spring to summer water freely and apply a balanced liquid fertiliser monthly; keep dry at other times. See houseplant cacti and succulent cultivation for further information
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by seed sown at 19-24°C in spring or summer
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to mealybugs
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free