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Melocactus

Melocactusazureus var. longispinus

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Family
Cactaceae (kak-TAY-see-ee)
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Genus
Melocactus (mel-oh-KAK-tus)
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Synonym
Melocactus azureus subsp. ferreophilus var. longispinus
Sun Exposure
Sun to Partial Shade
Light Shade
Foliage

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Height
6-12 in. (15-30 cm)
12-18 in. (30-45 cm)
Spacing
6-9 in. (15-22 cm)
9-12 in. (22-30 cm)
Hardiness
USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)
Danger
Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling
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Category
Cactus and Succulents
Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color

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Where to Grow
Can be grown as an annual
Bloom Characteristics

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Bloom Size

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Soil pH requirements
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline)
Patent Information
Non-patented
Propagation Methods
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed Collecting
Allow unblemished fruit to ripen; clean and dry seeds
Unblemished fruit must be significantly overripe before harvesting seed; clean and dry seeds
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored
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Phoenix, AZ (Zone 9b) | July 2006 | neutral

This plant is a variety of "Melocactus azureus subsp. ferreophilus"
Full Name: "Melocactus azureus subsp. ferreophilus var. longispinus"

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