Which cactus has a longer blooming period
This article brings you topics related to flower cultivation, such as which cactus has a longer blooming period and the correct maintenance method for microspine cacti. It's some very useful knowledge that's worth collecting!
In the summer, cacti are in their "home field," while other potted plants are dormant and struggling to survive the heat, they can bloom fervently under high temperatures. In this issue, let's get to know a particularly beautiful variety that cacti enthusiasts won't want to miss.
I. Getting to know "Microspine Shrimp"
Microspine Shrimp
Ever since I jumped from the succulent pit to the cactus pit, I feel that every time I meet a new variety, I have the feeling of 'how beautiful can this be?' Starting from the绯花玉 (Fēihuā Yù), I've been into the colored grass pit, the pubescent column pit, the beautiful flower pit, and now I'm about to jump into the deer antler column pit. The one I'm introducing today is called 'Microspine Shrimp,' which is the 'ace' of the deer antler column.
A fine potted plant for ornamental purposes
Microspine Shrimp, also known as Dafoding, is a multi-sapped plant in the deer antler column genus of the cactus family, native to the Sonora Desert in Mexico. Now widely popular among cactus enthusiasts around the world, it is an excellent potted ornamental variety. Its plant is not large, with a maximum height of 25 centimeters, diameter of 4-15 centimeters, and a 15-centimeter pot can 'claim it as your own.' The spines are mostly degenerated, leaving only a few sparse ones, so you don't have to worry about getting pricked, making it more suitable for home planting.
Beautiful and fairy-like flowers
The Microspine Shrimp has a very beautiful ball shape, round and cute when young, and cylindrical when mature, with 5-9 regular ridges and a green color. The flowers grow from the top of the ball, with a diameter of 8-10 centimeters, a lotus-like shape, neatly arranged petals, bright yellow, and they shine like they are发光 under the sunlight, making them beautiful and fairy-like, with very high ornamental value.
Which cactus has a longer blooming period
Blooms multiple times a year
Unlike most cacti that like to bloom one flower at a time, Microspine Shrimp likes to bloom in groups, with flower buds sprouting collectively and blooming almost simultaneously. A mature plant can bloom dozens of flowers at the same time, densely covering the ball and even hiding the body, which is very spectacular.
Abundant flowers
In terms of flowering, Microspine Shrimp is also the 'diligent flowering prince' among deer antler columns, capable of reblooming multiple times a year, mainly in spring and autumn. A single flower's blooming period can last up to 6 days, and it's not the type that 'blooms during the day and wilts at night' or 'blooms at night and wilts during the day.' You can still enjoy its beauty when you come home from work at night.
II. Suggestions for planting Microspine Shrimp
Robust plant
Microspine Shrimp is a cactus plant, native to the desert, with a very strong vitality. Besides needing attention in summer and winter, it can be managed roughly in spring and autumn, with simple maintenance. It is a good variety with low maintenance costs, and even新手 (beginner) enthusiasts can grow it well if they understand its habits.