Lobivia arachnacantha

Spider Lobivia

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Globular cactus with dense radial spines and tubular red-orange flowers in spring. Native to the Bolivian Andes, requires full sun and low humidity for optimal growth.
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Plant Details

Common Name Spider Lobivia
Family Cactaceae
Genus Lobivia
Species Arachnacantha
Origin Bolivia
Blooming Tubular flowers in spring, often red or orange
Leaf Color Green (Stem)
Sunlight Sun
Category Succulents plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Gritty cactus mix with high perlite or pumice content for drainage

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Watering

Water sparingly, allow soil to dry completely between waterings, reduce drastically in winter dormancy

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun preferred, prevent scorching in peak summer if indoors

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Fertilization

Apply diluted cactus fertilizer monthly during active growth (spring/summer)

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Pruning

Remove dead spines or rotting tissue with sterile tools only when necessary

Pest Control Mealybug Scale Insect Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 95°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
30% – 60%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
3000 – 60000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1500 – 4000
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
15% – 40%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
350 – 2000
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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