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Acanthocalycium

Acanthocalycium thionanthum

Cactaceae
Perennial
Ornamental
Evergreen
Attracts pollinators

About this plant

Acanthocalycium thionanthum is a perennial ornamental cactus that thrives in full sun and requires low water. It typically grows to a height of 0.1–0.3 meters and is suitable for USDA zones 9–11. This evergreen plant blooms from May to July with flowers in shades of yellow, orange, pink, and white, and prefers sandy, loamy, or chalky soil.

Light

Full sun

Watering

Low water

Soil

Sandy, Loamy, Chalky

Height

0.1–0.3 m

Spread

0.1–0.3 m

Zones

9–11

Flower colors

Calendar
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Bloom Period
Direct Sowing
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M
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J
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Bloom Period
Direct Sowing
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Growing Tips

  • Sunlight: Full sun is essential for healthy growth and abundant flowering.
  • Watering: Water sparingly, allowing the soil to dry out completely between waterings.
  • Soil: Use a well-draining cactus mix, preferably sandy, loamy, or chalky.
  • Hardiness: Protect from frost in colder climates; suitable for USDA zones 9–11.
  • Flowering: Blooms appear in late spring to mid-summer, attracting pollinators.
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