Publication: Cact. Succ. J. (Los Angeles) 67(1): 17. 1995
Description
Globose cactus, up to 10 cm in diameter.
Stem: Glossy green
Spines: Long, downward-pointed
Flowers: Blossoms are large (6 cm in diameter) and stand near the top. They are yellow with glossy petals and have a dark purple stigma. The buds are tomentose and appear during the summer.
Notocactus turecekianus is similar to Notocactus submammulosus but with longer centrals and also differing in quite a few other ways. Roberto Kiesling described this new species in the Jan-Feb 1995 issue of the CSSA Journal and named it Parodia turecekiana. The plant was named after Victor Turecek, a USA collector specializing in the growing of Argentinian cacti.
Origin and Habitat
North-eastern Argentina (Entre Ríos, Corrientes), western Uruguay, southern Brazil
Cultivation and Propagation
It is easy to grow. It likes a warm bright location, does great in partial shade avoid full sun. It needs good drainage and prefers a neutral to slightly acidic compost with plenty of extra grit. Water and feed during the summer. Best if watered with rain water. Keep above 0°C and rather dry in winter, rot easily if the substrate is wet and cold, tends to lose its roots in winter.
Propagation: Seeds.
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