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How to Grow and Care for Pelecyphora

Pelecyphora is a small cactus species known for its unique appearance and slow growth. Special care points include maintaining a well-draining soil mix to prevent root rot and providing ample sunlight while avoiding intense midday rays. It is also crucial to water sparingly, as overwatering can be detrimental. Overall, pelecyphora requires diligent attention to environmental conditions to thrive.

Watering schedule: Every 3 weeks

Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

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Planting and Growing Pelecyphora

Care Difficulty	Hard
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Every 3 weeks
Sunlight Requirements	Full sun
Soil Type	Succulent & Cactus Soil
Soil pH	6-7
Hardiness Zones	9-11

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Types of Pelecyphora

Woodlouse cactus

The slow-growing and rare succulent, woodlouse cactus is generally grown in greenhouses and mini gardens. Christian Gottfried Ehrenberg, a botanist, first described this as a psychoactive cactus, and a product was even sold in Paris as peyote powder. The flesh can be eaten dried or fresh and was known to produce a peyote-like effect.