Espostoopsis dybowskii — a medium houseplant
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Espostoopsis dybowskii

Espostoopsis Dybowskii

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ON THIS PLANT

Espostoopsis is a monotypic genus of cactus containing the single species Espostoopsis dybowskii. The generic name is formed from Greek opsis meaning "view", referring to its resemblance to the genus Espostoa, with which it is often confused. The plant is only known from northern Bahia, Brazil.

CARE GUIDE

How to keep Espostoopsis Dybowskii.

Humidity

This plant prefers dry conditions, so don't mist it. However, watering it less often can also thrive in higher humidity.

CHARACTERISTICS

Botanical profile.

Genus
Espostoopsis
Family
Cactaceae
ALSO KNOWN AS

Other names.

en Cabega
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Espostoopsis dybowskii leaf
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Espostoopsis dybowskii leaf
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Espostoopsis dybowskii bark
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Espostoopsis dybowskii habit
PLATE 04 · habit