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Cactus · SUCCCTVA
Vatricania guentheri cristata
Cactaceae
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Vatricania guentheri cristata · a cactus of the Cactaceae family, a columnar cactus covered in silky white hairs. Grown in our nursery in the Almería desert in full sun, with minimal watering and 100% mineral soil—the specimen in the photo is the one you will receive.
Price range: 5,90 € through 12,40 €
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About Vatricania guentheri cristata
Vatricania guentheri cristata is one of the most distinctive cactuss in the Cactaceae family. Its origin is in Bolivia. It is characterized by columnar stem with lateral cephalium (woolly patch), an evolutionary adaptation that makes it a unique piece in the world of succulents.
Every specimen of Vatricania guentheri cristata from Succulentae is grown outdoors in our Almería nursery, exposed to desert sun and controlled mineral watering. The result: more compact, better colored and more resilient plants than those grown in artificial greenhouses.
Botanical fact sheet
| Scientific name | Vatricania guentheri cristata | |
| Family | Cactaceae | |
| Origin | Bolivia | |
| Natural habitat | dry Andean valleys | |
| Adult size | up to 4 m | |
| Flowering | nocturnal flowers in lateral cephalium | |
| Propagation | seed or cutting | |
| Toxicity | non-toxic |
Did you know?
It is a monotypic genus (V. guentheri) endemic to Bolivia. Its lateral cephalium, a specific fruiting zone covered in wool, is a unique feature among columnar cacti.
Light
Full sun — at least 6 hours of direct light. South-facing window or sunny outdoors.
Water
Water when the substrate is completely dry. In summer every 1-2 weeks, let it rest in winter (every 3-4 weeks or less).
Substrate
Mineral substrate with high drainage: pumice, akadama and a little peat. We ship it ready in its substrate — no repotting needed for 12-18 months.
Temperature
Ideal between 18 and 28 °C. Tolerates down to 5 °C in winter if the substrate is dry. Protect from frost.
Botanical fact sheet
Botanical name
Vatricania guentheri cristata
Genus · species
Vatricania · guentheri cristata
Family
Cactaceae
Origin
Americas (Mexico, Bolivia, Peru)
Natural habitat
Deserts and semi-arid regions
Growth rate
Slow — 2 to 4 cm per year
Lifespan
15-30 years with proper care
Flowering
Spring-summer · diurnal flowers
Propagation
Cutting, offset or seed
Toxicity
Non-toxic to pets
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