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CategoryCactus
GenusStenocactus
FamilyCactaceae
Natural originThe species is native to northeastern and southwestern Mexico. Its natural range extends from northeastern Mexico to northern Jalisco.
Acquired fromEbay (kingkaktus)
In the collection sinceJul 15, 2025
Kept inbalkon
Natural habitatThe species occurs in desert areas and dry shrublands. Its natural habitat is characterized by low rainfall, strong sunlight and prolonged dry periods.
About the species
Stenocactus multicostatus (Hildm.) A.Berger
- Native distribution
- Mexico Northeast, Mexico Southwest, Concepción del Oro, Ejido Morelos|Mazapil, Ejido Sabana Grande
Care summary
Stenocactus multicostatus
WaterlowLightfull sunHumiditylowgeneral genus dataMin. temperature5 °CDry winter rest · general genus dataDifficulty: ●●○○○ · general genus data✓ Not known to be toxic · general genus data
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Stenocactus tip: Wavy-ribbed and an early bloomer – buds appear at the end of the winter rest.
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In the grower’s words
Stenocactus multicostatus is a globular to slightly flattened cactus. Its most distinctive feature is the large number of thin, wavy ribs arranged closely around the plant body. The relatively widely spaced areoles produce several spines of varying lengths. Its unusual rib structure makes it one of the most distinctive members of the genus.
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