I thought I'd got Austrocactus propagation cracked when I sowed A. coxii - great germination, and good ongoing survival. Typically, none of the subsequent attempts have been so successful.
It was still a pleasant surprise to notice buds forming on this one. Strong sun on Saturday brought out the first flower. Sown May 2018, Austrocactus coxii DJF_351 Gobernador Costa, Chubut, Argentina
Austrocactus coxii
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Re: Austrocactus coxii
Beautiful, What a fantastic flower, well done
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Re: Austrocactus coxii
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Currently being wooed by Haworthia, attempting hybridisation, and enticed by Mesembs.
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Re: Austrocactus coxii
Well done. I find it surprising just how quickly Austrocacti can grow from seed.
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Re: Austrocactus coxii
Thanks Ralph. Yes, they are fairly quick, but they often don't germinate, and are prone dying when young!ralphrmartin wrote: ↑Mon Jun 07, 2021 5:28 pm Well done. I find it surprising just how quickly Austrocacti can grow from seed.
After 6 months or so they seem fairly straightforward (touch wood).