Parodia magnifica (Ball Cactus) - Image 11
Botanical names: Parodia magnifica, Notocactus magnificus
Common name: Ball Cactus
Family: Cactaceae
Origin: Brazil, Uruguay
USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map
USDA Zone: 9-11
Cold tolerance: 30°F
Plant form: Small
Mature height: 2-5 ft
Sun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor
Cold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Moderate; tolerates dry conditions
Flower color: Yellow, orange
Suitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Thorns: Thorny or spiny
Parodia magnifica (Ball Cactus) round green plant with golden spines sitting inside a brown pot.
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