Parodia microsperma aureispina Parodia microsperma subsp. aureispina, commonly known as Golden Tom Thumb or Tom Thumb, is a perennial member of the Cactaceae family. It has a globose to cylindrical stem with 12 to 21 ribs. These ribs are covered with conical tubercles bearing 4 yellow-golden central spines and 11 to 13 white radial spines. This cactus produces yellow flowers and an ovoid fruit with brown seeds. Datasheet Common NameGolden Tom Thumb, Tom Thumb Botanical nameParodia microsperma aureispina FamilyCactaceae Life CyclePerennialFoliage - Basic ColourYellowHeight10 -> 15 cmHabitatrocky cracks, grasslands Altitude300-1300 m Bloom TimeMay -> JunePlant TypeCactus, Succulent, Ornamental Fruit TypeBerrydifferent tolerancesDrought tolerantUsed PartsWhole plantPlant UsesOrnamentalActive substancesNo active substances knownUSDA Zone10 (-1), 11 (+4)Sun ExposureSunSoil pHNeutralSoil MoistureDrySoil Type Sandy, StonyPropagationby seeds / by sowing, by Cuttings, by division, Self sowsGerminationtell usPests/ DiseasesDisease free Open Next Page To See More Photos. Parodia microsperma aureispina Parodia microsperma aureispina Parodia microsperma aureispina Parodia microsperma aureispina
