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Discocactus zehntneri var. albispinus

Scientific Name: Discocactus zehntneri var. albispinus (Buining & Brederoo) P.J. Braun
Synonym: Discocactus albispinus
Family: Cactaceae

Discocactus albispinus at Bach's Cactus Nursery

Sun Exposure: Light shade

Origin: Brazil

Growth Habits: Solitary, slowly clumping as it ages, globose stems up to 4 inches in diameter (10 cm); spines 1.6 inches long (4 cm)

Propagation: Seeds, offsets

This is one of the easier Discocactus to grow and is generally kept on its own roots.

Blooming Habits:
The Discocactus albispinus has 1.2 inches wide (3 cm) slightly scented white or cream flowers that open at night.

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