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1Frailea castanea ‘Obscura’
- Taxonomy
- Family: Cactaceae · Genus: Frailea1
- Synonyms
1 synonyms
- Frailea asteroides “obscura”
Still missing: plant type, native distribution, natural habitat, height / growth form, flowering period, growth & dormancy period.
Sources (1)
- GBIF Backbone Taxonomy – Frailea · Scientific name · CC BY 4.0
Automatic data comes from the open sources above, credited per their licences. Care experience is shown separately below.
Tips & experience from members
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How members water it
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How it thrives
Waterlowparent species data
Lightfull sunparent species data
Humiditylowgeneral genus data
Min. temperature8 °Cparent species dataNo monthly schedule is shown because cultivar-/species-level data is not yet sufficient. The general values above are guidance only.
Frailea tip: Its flowers often stay closed yet still set fruit (self-pollinating) – seeds sow easily.
Frailea castanea ‘Obscura’ – what to know
Frailea castanea ‘Obscura’ is a cultivar of Frailea castanea (Cactaceae). Care guidelines: light: full sun; water: low; min. 8 °C. One Perfect Plants Club member grows it (1 photos). It is not known to be toxic to cats or dogs.
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Frequently asked questions
How often should I water Frailea castanea ‘Obscura’?
Sparingly: let the soil dry out completely between waterings, and water even less in winter.
How much light does Frailea castanea ‘Obscura’ need?
It needs plenty of direct sun – the sunniest window, or outdoors in summer, suits it best.
How cold can Frailea castanea ‘Obscura’ get?
Keep it above 8 °C – it is frost-tender and needs a frost-free spot in winter.
Is Frailea castanea ‘Obscura’ toxic to cats and dogs?
It is not known to be toxic to cats or dogs.
When does Frailea castanea ‘Obscura’ flower?
Typical flowering time: May, June, July.
What members’ data shows
When does it really bloom?
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Average watering interval
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Who grows it?
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Questions about this species
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Data sources: GBIF.org – Frailea (CC BY 4.0) · Care data is for guidance only.
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