Melocactus — 15 species
Botanical species in the genus Melocactus recorded in the PlantPeers database.
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Melocactus curvispinus
Melocactus curvispinus
Family: Cactaceae
Cultivation
Melocactus curvispinus is found in arid and semi-arid lands of tropical and subtropical zones at elevations up to 1,250 metres.
Full cultivation guide →Evergreen PerennialView Details
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Melocactus intortus
Melocactus intortus
Family: Cactaceae
Cultivation
Plants can be damaged by temperatures falling below 8°c. Requires a sunny position in a well-drained soil. Prefers a pH below 6.
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