Water
Allow soil to dry out completely between waterings. Overwatering is a common cause of root rot. Water thoroughly when the soil is dry, ensuring excess water drains away.
Reduce watering significantly during winter dormancy.
Coryphantha georgii is a small, globular cactus native to Mexico, known for its prominent tubercles and solitary or clustered growth habit. It produces delicate pink flow
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full sun to partial shade
75% intensity
Needs bright light for best growth and flowering
Allow to dry out completely between waterings
25% intensity
Reduce significantly in winter
Well-draining cactus mix
50% intensity
Warm to moderate temperatures
75% intensity
Tolerates heat; protect from frost
Feed during growing season
25% intensity
Use diluted cactus fertilizer monthly
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Allow soil to dry out completely between waterings. Overwatering is a common cause of root rot. Water thoroughly when the soil is dry, ensuring excess water drains away.
Reduce watering significantly during winter dormancy.
Pruning is generally not required for Coryphantha georgii. Remove any dead or damaged parts of the plant as needed using a clean, sharp knife. Avoid excessive pruning as it can stress the plant.
Propagate from offsets (pups) that grow from the base of the parent plant. Carefully detach offsets with a clean blade, allow them to callus for a few days, and then plant in well-draining cactus mix.
Repot every 2-3 years or when the plant outgrows its container. Use a well-draining cactus or succulent potting mix. Repot in spring before the active growing season begins. Ensure the new pot has drainage holes.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Coryphantha Georgii (Coryphantha georgii)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Caryophyllales |
| Family | Cactaceae |
| Genus | Coryphantha |
| Species | Coryphantha georgii |
Similar in genus Coryphantha
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