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Copiapoa solaris var. ferox

Scientific Name: Copiapoa solaris var. ferox (F. Ritter) F. Ritter
Synonym: Copiapoa ferox
Family: Cactaceae

Copiapoa ferox at the Huntington Gardens in early July

Recommended Temperature Zone:
USDA: 10b-12

Sun Exposure: Light shade

Origin: Chile (south of Antofagasta)

Growth Habits: Clumping, up to 2 feet tall (60 cm), stems are up to 5 inches in diameter (12 cm)

Blooming Habits:
The Copiapoa solaris var. ferox has 1-inch long (2.5 cm) yellow flowers with pinkish center, and woolly tubes.

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