Overview
Thelocactus bicolor subsp. heterochromus is a clump forming cactus succulent in the genus Thelocactus, part of the Cactaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Thelocactus bicolor subsp. heterochromus grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam and sand soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1c. Suggested uses include patio and container plants.
About
Thelocactus bicolor, the glory of Texas, is a species of flowering plant in the cactus family, widely distributed in the northern Chihuahuan Desert of Texas and Mexico.
About the genus
Thelocactus is a genus of flowering plants in the cactus family Cactaceae. Members of the genus are native to the arid lands of Central and Northern Mexico.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Thelocactus
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H1c
Plant details
Thelocactus bicolor subsp. heterochromus size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Cactus Succulent, Houseplants, Conservatory Greenhouse
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Patio and container plants
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Thelocactus bicolor subsp. heterochromus
- Propagation
- Seed, Offsets
- Pest resistance
- Mealybugs
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Thelocactus bicolor subsp. heterochromus?
Thelocactus bicolor subsp. heterochromus prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Thelocactus bicolor subsp. heterochromus need?
Thelocactus bicolor subsp. heterochromus grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Thelocactus bicolor subsp. heterochromus hardy in the UK?
Thelocactus bicolor subsp. heterochromus has an RHS hardiness rating of H1c, meaning it needs a warm, frost-free position of 5–10°C and is best grown under glass in the UK.
How do I propagate Thelocactus bicolor subsp. heterochromus?
Seed, Offsets.
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