ARIOCARPUS KOTSCHOUBEYANUS cv. ALBIFLORUS seeds

Ariocarpus KOTSCHOUBEYANUS cv. ALBIFLORUS

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Each lot contains 5 Seeds

Native to Mexico, Albiflorus is a form of kotschoubeyanus.  It is distinguished by having very light, almost white, flowers.  

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Growing Information:

Seeds should be germinated in a fine sandy soil at about 70-75 degrees.  A commercial potting mix with the larger material strained out is ideal.  Flatten out the soil and then put a thin layer of loose soil above it.  Sow the seeds on the surface and press in very lightly. They need light to germinate.  Mist the soil to keep it moist and cover with clear plastic. Ideally, the covering should not be flat across the top because it will cause the water to drip back on the young seedlings, which sometimes causes rot.  Something like a sandwich bag often makes a better “tent” because the water will run down the sides more easily.  The soil should not be allowed to dry out while the plants are seedlings.  Use a mister if the soil does get dry.  Place the seedlings on a heat mat (ideally) in bright light. Placing the seeds just a few inches from fluorescent lights is ideal for starting seedlings, although natural light will work too.  Note that using a heat mat will cause more evaporation, which may require more attention.  Be sure to air out the seedlings once a day for best results. 

A. Kotschoubeyanus can tolerate temps as low as 15 degrees Fahrenheit.  A non-organic soil, with some calcium and low nitrogen is ideal.  Organic soil tends to be more acidic, and cacti typically prefer more alkaline soils.  They need very little water, easily going a year without it, and absolutely require good drainage to avoid rot.  Watering from below the plant, allowing the soil to wick up water until it reaches the top is the preferred mode of watering.  Water should only be given during active growth.  Mature plants will tolerate full sun, but some protection is recommended since it normally grows in the shade of bushes in the wild.