Parodia haselbergii
Scarlet ball cactus · White-web ball cactus
Description
Source: leafsnapParodia haselbergii is a cactus species native to Brazil, Uruguay, and Argentina. It is a small, globular cactus that can grow up to 10 cm in diameter and 15 cm in height. The plant features numerous ribs that are covered with small spines, which can be either yellow or brown. The flowers of Parodia haselbergii are bright yellow or orange and typically bloom during the summer months. This cactus prefers well-draining soil and plenty of sunlight. It can tolerate high temperatures but needs protection from frost during the winter months. Parodia haselbergii is easy to care for, requiring minimal watering but benefiting from occasional fertilization. Parodia haselbergii is commonly grown as an ornamental plant because of its attractive appearance and low maintenance needs. It can be cultivated both indoors and outdoors, provided it receives adequate sunlight and proper care. Overall, Parodia haselbergii is a beautiful addition to any succulent collection, thanks to its unique appearance, ease of care, and ability to thrive in various growing conditions.
Care Guide
💧 Water Every 7 days
These cacti are drought tolerant but do like water during their growing season. Provide regular water during the spring and summer months, but only when the soil is dry to the touch, thoroughly soaking the soil through when you do water. In the winter the cactus will go dormant and need very little water, so you can cease complete cut back watering and let the soil almost dry between waterings, but do not let it completely dry out. If planted in a container, make sure there are several holes in the bottom of the pot to aid in drainage.
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🌡️ Temperature
True to their nature, these cacti prefer warm, desert-like conditions. That being said, they can survive in below-freezing temperatures as low as 20 degrees Fahrenheit, though it's not recommended that they're kept that cold for very long at all. Dry heat is the key to keeping any cactus, and these cacti will not do well if exposed to too much moisture — either from watering or in the form of humidity. Therefore, it is unnecessary to spritz them or increase the humidity in their environment.
💨 Humidity
🪴 Soil
🌱 Fertilizer
🪴 Pot & Repot
✂️ Pruning
🌿 Propagating
🐛 Diseases & pets
☠️ Toxicity
Characteristics
- Plant Type
- Cactus
- Genus
- Parodia
- Family
- Cactaceae
- Hardiness Zone
- 9-12
- Bloom Time
- Summer
- Native Area
- South America