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Parodia magnifica

Balloon Cactus

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Description

Parodia magnifica, still known in cultivation with its old name Eriocactus magnificus, is a bluish-green geometric globular cactus with wool that grows in clusters and produce absolutely brilliant yellow flowers. These cacti develop a slight depression on the crown, which may become distorted with age. Parodia magnifica glistens under a haze of pale yellow spines. Cristate (wavy edged) forms are avalible but these are usually grafted plants.

 

Plant Type

Cactus

Height Range

1-3'

Width Range

1-3'

Flower Color

Yellow

Flower Season

Summer

Leaf Color

Blue Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Very Low

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained, Dry

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

Thorns/Spines

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers, Specimen

Seasonal Interest

Summer

Location Uses

Indoor, Walkways, With Rocks

Special Uses

Container, Small Spaces

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Dig-up patches of weeds and undesirable grasses from turf areas.

Use water to grow the turf you want, not the weeds you don't want! Once you have eliminated what you don't want, add sod or over-seed to repair the bare areas.