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Parodia herteri

Scientific Name: Parodia herteri (Werdermann) N.P. Taylor
Synonym: Echinocactus herteri, Notocactus herteri, Notocactus pseudoherteri, Notocactus rubriflorus
Family: Cactaceae

Recommended Temperature Zone:
USDA: 9b-11

Frost Tolerance: 25°F (-4°C)

Heat Tolerance: Needs light shade in summer in Phoenix

Sun Exposure: Light shade

Origin: Brazil (Rio Grande do Sul)

Growth Habits: Solitary, up to 6 inches in diameter (15 cm), 6 inches tall

Propagation: Seeds

Blooming Habits:
Deep pink flowers, 1.5 inches in diameter (4 cm) with whitish or yellow centers in the spring.

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