Frailea castanea Size:2.5" Pot Many growers raise the root

Many growers raise the root ball above ground to expose the beauty of the plant

though it benefits from some shade during the hottest parts of the day

Corolla tube cylindrical 8-10 mm

This plant's intriguing appearance and ease of care make it a favorite among cactus enthusiasts and landscapers alike

a bulb succulent with distinctive corkscrew foliage that can be planted high in the soil with some of the bulb exposed

Frailea castanea Size:2.5" Pot Many growers raise the rootFrailea castanea Origin and Habitat: South America Description: Frailea castanea (a. k. a. Frailea asterioides) is a very singular miniature plant, and one the of most fascinating cacti with a disk like, flattened to globose body. Stem: It is diminutive in size and several remain solitary, never outgrowing 4 5 cm diameter. Stems are chocolate brown or dark reddish green with 8 15 flat ribs. Spines: 3 15 minute, short, black spider like, appressed on