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Pygmaeocereus

Botanical name: Pygmaeocereus

Pygmaeocereus

Botanical name: Pygmaeocereus

Description

Pygmaeocereus are small cacti native to South America. They are characteristic for their short height, as well as for having complex and fairly large tuberous roots to store nutrients and water. In the blooming season, their attractive, scented flowers open at nighttime. Besides their interesting appearance, pygmaeocereus are hardy and undemanding, so some species are popular houseplants.

Species of Pygmaeocereus

Pygmaeocereus bieblii

Pygmaeocereus bieblii is a solitary native Peruvian plant that stores water and energy in the plant's underground organs. Pygmaeocereus bieblii is cultivated as a houseplant and grows best in full sunlight. This species should be watered moderately in well-draining soil and it can tolerate a light frost. It may be necessary to repot this species if the underground portion of the plant outgrows its container.

Care Guide for Pygmaeocereus

Water

Drought-tolerant. Allow the soil to dry completely between watering.

Propagation

Sowing, Division

Scientific Classification

Phylum

Vascular plants

Class

Dicotyledons

Order

Pinks, cacti, and allies

Family

Cactuses

Genus

Pygmaeocereus

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