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Espostoa blossfeldiorum

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Espostoa blossfeldiorum

Genus

Espostoa

Family

Cactaceae

Order

Caryophyllales

How to care for Espostoa blossfeldiorum

💦 Water

How often to water your Espostoa blossfeldiorum

Espostoa blossfeldiorum needs 0.5 cups of water every 12 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
12

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Espostoa blossfeldiorum in your home

Espostoa blossfeldiorum love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Espostoa blossfeldiorum does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Espostoa blossfeldiorum in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Espostoa blossfeldiorum

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Espostoa blossfeldiorum: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Espostoa blossfeldiorum after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

💦 Water Needs

Espostoa blossfeldiorum thrives in dry soil and should be watered sparingly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

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☀️ Sunlight Needs

Espostoa blossfeldiorum requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

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🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Espostoa blossfeldiorum is not known to cause harm to humans or pets. Regardless, if you, a family member, a cat, or dog has ingested any plant material, please consult a doctor or a veterinarian.

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🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Espostoa blossfeldiorum can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 9b-11b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

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🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.

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😖 Common Issues

Overwatering is a likely cause of issues with Espostoa blossfeldiorum. These plants are very sensitive to wet soil so if you notice your plant becoming squishy or translucent, overwatering is the likely culprit.

Cut your plant just past where the rot ends and allow it to callus over for a few days before replanting it in fresh, dry soil. Download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!