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Basic Info
Acanthocalycium Glaucum is best known for its flat globular shape than reaches up. As the plant matures you can expect it to reach up to 15 cm (6″) tall and about 14 cm (5″) in diameter. When the plant matures you can expect it to produce yellow flowers from summer.
Scientific Classification
Name: Acanthocalycium
Care and Propagation Information
Watering
Acanthocalycium Glaucum can be quite beautiful when it is well-taken care of. This succulent type needs typical watering as the other succulents. The watering method is very important to keep your Acanthocalycium healthy. It should not sit on the water, and an excess amount of water should be avoided. The best way of watering is soak and dry method this succulent. Yet, the succulent should be controlled to avoid overwatering.
General Care for Acanthocalycium Glaucum
This succulent type is quite beautiful, and not so many people have it. When it blooms, you will enjoy red, and yellow flowers. It is a nice addition to your outside garden!
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Quick Facts:
- Prefers full sun
- Can be grown outdoor
- Grows 15 cm (6″) tall
- Grows up to 14 cm (5″) wide
- Can die easily if overwatered see: How to Water Succulent Plants
- Does not handle cold well
- Prefers Zone 21 °C (70°F)
- Best propagated by seeds
- Flowers into yellow and red flowers
- Flowers during summer
Where to Plant
Acanthocalycium glaucum succulents need strong light. When planting this succulent type in a garden, make sure it gets sunlight. Full to partial sun is the best for its growth. It is better to grow outdoor rather than indoor.
This type of succulent prefers a warm climate. It can survive around 21°C (70°F). If you live in a cold area, it is better to plant Acanthocalycium glaucum in an indoor environment. As long as it gets enough sunlight, the plant will grow happily.
How to Propagate Acanthocalycium glaucum
Acanthocalycium glaucum can be propagated by seeds This succulent type does not require repotting often. Of course, the first-time repotting is essential when it is bought from the store.
Like all the other succulent types, a well-drained soil mixture is essential. If you want to know about well-drained soil mixtures, check How to Prepare Well-drained Soil for Succulent Plants.
How to Propagate Acanthocalycium Glaucum Using Seeds
Propagating Acanthocalycium Glaucum type is a slow grower so even if it can be propagated by its seeds, this method is not recommended. To propagate from the seeds, plant the seeds in a well-draining soil mixture. This method can be used outdoors. In cooler areas, indoor propagating is recommended.
