Turbinicarpus pseudopectinatus

Pseudopectinatus Cactus

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Small globose cactus, up to 5cm diameter, with dense white spines obscuring the body. Produces pink flowers from the crown in summer. Native to rocky slopes in Mexico.
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Plant Details

Common Name Pseudopectinatus Cactus
Family Cactaceae
Genus Turbinicarpus
Species Pseudopectinatus
Origin Mexico
Blooming Pink flowers from the apex in summer; rarely blooms indoors without high light intensity
Leaf Color Green body with white spines
Sunlight Sun
Category Succulents plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Cactus mix with high perlite and pumice content for maximum drainage

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Watering

Water sparingly during growing season, keep dry in dormancy to prevent root rot

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun required; avoid scorching in peak heat, bright indirect light in winter

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Fertilization

Apply diluted cactus fertilizer once a month during spring and summer only

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Pruning

Remove dead spines or rotted tissue; do not prune healthy growth

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

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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Mar
Apr
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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
20% – 40%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2000 – 60000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1500 – 3000
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
10% – 30%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
350 – 1500
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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