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Frailea

Fraileaheliosa

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Family

Cactaceae (kak-TAY-see-ee)

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Genus

Frailea (FRAY-lee-uh)

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Sun Exposure

Full Sun

Foliage

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Height

under 6 in. (15 cm)

Spacing

3-6 in. (7-15 cm)

Hardiness

USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)

Danger

Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling

Bloom Color

Bright Yellow

Bloom Time

Unknown - Tell us

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AnalogDog

Mountlake Terrace, WA (Zone 8a) | February 2008 | positive

I have a 2" pot with a small cluster of plants which are on the order of 0.5" in diameter. Dessicated flowers are visible. Golden spines ...Read More

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