Strombocactus disciformis


Strombocactus disciformis ssp. esperanzae


Plant Characteristics
Habit   cacti-succulent

Height: 0.75 in"in" can not be assigned to a declared number type with value 0.75. to 5 in"in" can not be assigned to a declared number type with value 5.
Width: 1 in"in" can not be assigned to a declared number type with value 1. to 3.5 in"in" can not be assigned to a declared number type with value 3.5.
Lifespan: perennial
Cultivation
Exposure: sun
Water: dry
Features: flowers
USDA Zones: 9 to 10
Flower features: red, pink, white
Scientific Names

Cactaceae >

Strombocactus >

disciformis >


Strombocactus disciformis is a rare species of cacti and the only species of the genus Strombocactus. The plant originates from Central and Northeast Mexico.

Cultivation

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Pests and diseases

Varieties

The species has several forms and subspecies:

  • Strombocactus disciformis f. cristata
  • Strombocactus disciformis ssp. esperanzae

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