Bartolona
About Bartolona
Bartolona is a super rare houseplant šæ that needs very little water to thrive. They do best in long-lasting, direct light āļø and should be less than 1 foot from a window.
Bartolona likes soil that is extremely well-draining. Your plant shouldn't need added fertilizers if you repot each time it doubles in size.
Taxonomy
Opuntia robusta
Opuntia
Cactaceae
Caryophyllales
Also known as
Nopal Comueso, Nopal Tapon, Tuna Tapon and silver dollar prickly pear
How to care for Bartolona
Water
How often to water your Bartolona
every 12
Bartolona needs 0.5 cups of water every 12 when it doesnāt get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot located in Charlotte, North Carolina.
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
Light
Check the growing potential in your area
A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.
Charlotte, North Carolina
37% Low
Growing Bartolona in Charlotte right now
Plant growth potential is currently low š
February 4th, 2023
Sunlight intensity as measured by ānet radiationā in Charlotte is currently low š.
The availability of high quality sunlight in your home impacts ability for plants to thrive and is key in determiā¦
Sunlight will increase by 34.6% āļø
February 6th, 2023
Charlotte is trending towards greater sunlight intensity!
The amount of sunlight in Charlotte is expected to increase by 34.6% over the next 2 weeks to an average of 10.9 megajoules of energy per ā¦
Daylight will increase by 0.9 hours š
February 2nd, 2023
This month, Charlotte is getting an average of 6.7 hours of clear sky sunlight per day.
Hours of daylight will increase by 9.7% over the next two weeks. Your plants will get 10.8 total hours of daā¦
Finding light for Bartolona in your home
a window
Bartolona love being close to bright, sunny windows š.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to ensure it receives enough light to survive during this time of reduced sunlight intensity in Charlotte, North Carolina ā .
Bartolona does not tolerate low-light š«.
Nutrients
How to fertilize Bartolona
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 itās likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Bartolona after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.
When to repot Bartolona
Is this a good time of year to repot? No ā³
February 5th, 2023
The growing potential in Charlotte is low š.
Repotting in late fall or winter when the day lengths are shorter can be very stressful for a plant and cause it to go into shock.
It's best to repā¦
FAQs
Bartolona 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.
Sunlight Needs
Bartolona requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive šŖ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home š”.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantās toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itās always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control atĀ US (800) 222-1222.Ā If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA atĀ US (888) 426-4435.
Humidity
Bartolona prefers dry environments. Providing extra humidity or misting your plant allows water to linger on leaves, which can create the perfect environment for harmful types of fungi.
Soil
Bartolona is very sensitive to wet soil, so choose a potting soil that drains very well and doesnāt retain too much moisture. A good soil will have lots of perlite or vermiculite for drainage and some organic matter for nutrition. A few handfuls of perlite added to regular store-bought cactus soil will do the trick!
Fertilizer
Bartolona grows very slowly and doesnāt require added fertilizer. Replacing your plantās potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!
Dormancy
Itās common for Bartolona to go dormant in the wintertime and you may notice their growth slow down. Waterings should be spaced out more during this time.
Native Region
Bartolona is native to the Americas.
Flowers
Bartolona produces flowers in the wild, but does not flower when kept as houseplants.
Care Summary for Bartolona
Bartolona
Greg recommends:
Water
0.5 cups every 12 days
Placement
< 1ft from a window
Nutrients
Repot after 2x growth
Based on your location in Charlotte, North Carolina, the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.
