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| Ariocarpus fissuratus |
Ariocarpus
Ariocarpus plants have forms and textures similar to rocks, and they
are often confused with the ground in its natural habitat. They do
not have spines and the texture of its skin allows them to reflect
the heat of the sun, giving them something of isolation in summer.
They have a strong napiform root, capable to be contracted during
the periods of drought.
All these resources of camouflage have not protected the plants of
this genus of being depredated by inescrupulous dealers. This, plus
its slow growth, has put in danger the genus, which is more difficult
to find in wild state each day.
They need summer heat and very well drained soil.
Multiplication is generally made by seeds.
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