Water
Water sparingly, allowing the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Overwatering is the most common cause of rot. Reduce watering significantly during the winter dormancy period to prevent root rot.
Ensure good drainage in the pot.
Lobivia ferox is a striking cactus known for its dense, spiny covering and beautiful, often brightly colored, funnel-shaped flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full sun to bright indirect light.
75% intensity
Protect from intense afternoon sun in very hot climates.
Allow soil to dry completely between waterings.
25% intensity
Reduce watering significantly in winter.
Well-draining cactus mix
50% intensity
Warm temperatures during the growing season.
75% intensity
Tolerates cooler temperatures in winter dormancy, but protect from frost.
Fertilize during the growing season.
50% intensity
Use a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water sparingly, allowing the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Overwatering is the most common cause of rot. Reduce watering significantly during the winter dormancy period to prevent root rot.
Ensure good drainage in the pot.
Pruning is generally not necessary for Lobivia ferox. Remove any dead or dried-up stems or flower remnants to maintain appearance. If propagation is desired, offsets can be carefully removed and treated as new plants.
Propagation is primarily done through offsets (pups) that grow from the base of the parent plant. Allow offsets to callous over for a few days after removal before planting in well-draining cactus mix.
Repot every 2-3 years in spring, or when the plant outgrows its container. Use a well-draining cactus or succulent mix. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current root ball.
Handle with care due to spines.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Lobivia Ferox (Lobivia ferox)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Caryophyllales |
| Family | Cactaceae |
| Genus | Lobivia |
| Species | Lobivia ferox |
Similar in genus Lobivia
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