Adromischus marianae f. herrei purple-red Description: Solitary barrel cactus

Description: Solitary barrel cactus

and segmented stems bear a striking resemblance to pickles or gherkins

Soak the seed before propagating and use oxygenate soil

Exposition: It likes strong sunshine but is tolerant and does well with light shade during the hot Summer months

Adromischus marianae f. herrei purple-red Description: Solitary barrel cactusFlowers: Green with pinkish red tinge. Growth rate: It is a relatively fast growing species. Soil: It needs perfect drainage to flourish. Exposure: It grows best in a partially shaded position. Hardiness: Requires a minimum temperature 5C Watering: It takes more water than cacti, but let the soil dry between soaking. Some of the information in this description has been found at desert tropicals. com, llifle. com and cactus art. biz