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Epithelanthailariae

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Epithelantha ilariae by CactusJordi
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Family
Cactaceae (kak-TAY-see-ee)
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Genus
Epithelantha (ep-ith-el-LAN-tha)
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Synonym
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 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F)
Danger
N/A
Bloom Color
White/Near White
Cream/Tan
Bloom Time
Late Spring/Early Summer
Mid Summer
Late Summer/Early Fall
Mid Fall
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Category
Cactus and Succulents
Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Foliage Color

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Where to Grow

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Bloom Characteristics

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Bloom Size

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Soil pH requirements

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Patent Information
Non-patented
Propagation Methods
From seed; direct sow after last frost
From seed; germinate in a damp paper towel
Seed Collecting
Allow unblemished fruit to ripen; clean and dry seeds
Seed does not store well; sow as soon as possible
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