Epithelantha — 1 species

Botanical species in the genus Epithelantha recorded in the PlantPeers database.

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Epithelantha micromeris

Epithelantha micromeris

Family: Cactaceae

Cultivation

Some forms of Epithelantha micromeris are known to experience frost in their native habitat, with reports that some can tolerate short periods with temperatures down to -12°c. However, the plant needs heat in the daytime and an arid or semi-arid climate if it is to thrive. In cultivation, Cactus plants generally will not succeed in moist climates.

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