It should not sit on the water, and an excess amount of water should be avoided. The Cactus King’s soil mix is very light to stop moisture from lingering too long and causing illnesses such as root rot. Parodia can tolerate slightly less sun and more water than other types of cacti.

The size of the plants depends on the Parodia species. The watering method is very important to keep your Parodia ‘Ball Cactus’ healthy.

This succulent type needs typical watering as the other succulents. If you can grow cacti and succulents successfully, you can likely grow the popular Parodia without too much trouble. It will grow into a tall, columnar cactus if given room, but small pots help keep them a more manageable size. Description: Parodia microsperma is a compact small to medium-sized, perennial cactus densely covered in dense white, yellow or brown spines and red, central spines, some of which are hooked. How to Grow and Care. by Bruce Brethauer. The new name refers to the small seeds. Parodia Cactus Care Size & Growth. This species grows in hilly grassland and on walls between cracks in the rocks or in the shade of larger growing plants in deciduous forest. It is an ideal windowsill plant because of its size and easy growth when protected from freezing temperatures. For example, the species Parodia leninghausii is a common houseplant commonly called Golden Ball cactus or Yellow Tower cactus. Parodia Magnifica can be quite beautiful when it is well-taken care off. [CARE DETAILS] Aug 11, 2019 - Parodia Cactus (ball cactus) easy cacti to bloom from Argentina, usually small, round and densely covered with spines. Some species like the Parodia magnifica grow in the form of small globose cacti, while other species are barrel-shaped or columnar. It's key to remember, however, that Parodias do not like direct sunlight and are accustomed to more even water than many other cacti species.It's imperative that the cactus is not exposed to prolonged dampness and sitting water.

It bears blood-red, occasionally yellow flowers in spring. Our plants are packaged with care, utilizing varying protective wrapping (depending on the cactus or succulent), such as newspaper and/or Styrofoam beads within a cardboard box. Parodia Magnifica Cactus Found near Brazil and nearby Paraguay, Uruguay, Argentina. A Brazilian cactus named for its gentle yellow spines that give it a soft glow. Parodia magnifica is an attractive species with globular to barrel-shaped, blue green stems which may also bear a light dusting of a whitish, waxy bloom. It grows in one of the most temperate region of the countries with warm and cool seasons and weather … Parodia Magnifica Cactus Read More »