Description
Huernia species has interesting stem shapes and colou
Constituents:
- Huernia species - Cactus Plant- 1
- 3 inch (8 cm) Grower Round Plastic Pot (Black)- 1
Huernia species has the tubercles warty protuberances that line the stem ridges can resemble the fierce spines that protect cacti. Flower is the colored ring that surrounds the middle of the star-shaped flower and resembles a red Lifesaver candy.
Plant Specifications
Plant Height | 6 inch (15 cm) |
Plant Spread | 3 inch (8 cm) |
*above specification are indicative only. actual dimensions may vary by +-10%
Common Name | Huernia species |
Maximum Reachable Height | Not defined |
Flower Colour | Not defined |
Bloom Time | Summer and autumn |
Difficulty Level | Easy to grow |
Planting and care
Huernia species care
Re-pot when the plant performs clump and goes beyond the pot size. It should be done before or after the rainy season and in the spring season.
Re-pot with the following proportions:3 parts of potting soil,1 part of grit (pumice),1 part of the horticultural-grade sand,1/2 part of the compost etc.
Sunlight | Full sun, partial sun, at least 4 to 6 hours of sunlight per day. |
Watering | Low for the rainy season, Moderate for winter, More than moderate for a summer |
Soil | Avoid excess organic contents in the soil. |
Temperature | Ideal: 22 to 35 degrees C |
Fertilizer | No need much. A peat-based compost should not be used. |
Huernia species special feature
Survivals and growers of the summer.
Huernia species uses
Ornamental Use:
- It is used as the ornamental plant