Tuesday, April 30, 2024

Flying Saucer Cactus

 A few days ago the Flying Saucer Cactus started growing a large bud.  

Flying Saucer Cactus


Then three days later, just after sunset it started to bloom.  It continued opening through the night.  These next two pictures were taken at 7:30 pm.

Flying Saucer Cactus

Flying Saucer Cactus

The next three pictures were taken at 10:30 pm.

Flying Saucer Cactus

Flying Saucer Cactus


Flying Saucer Cactus

By sunrise the bloom was 9 1/2 inches in diameter.

Flying Saucer Cactus

Flying Saucer Cactus


Monday, April 29, 2024

Spider in a Pitcher!

 I noticed something was inside one of the pitchers, of my White Wizard Pitcher plant (Sarracenia).  I took a look inside and saw a spider.  I don't know if it thinks it found a good place to trap bugs, or if it's making slow slide down and becoming dinner?  It really hasn't moved much in the last few days, but I'll keep an eye on it.

White Wizard Pitcher plant (Sarracenia)

A spider in White Wizard Pitcher plant (Sarracenia)

The silhouette of a spider in White Wizard Pitcher plant (Sarracenia) 


Sunday, April 28, 2024

Opuntia Cylindrica Cristata

 I purchased this Opuntia Cylindrica Cristata last weekend.  I repotted it and I'm happy to say that I only got two spines in my hand!  But I got three spines in my hand putting the label in the pot! 

Opuntia Cylindrica Cristata

Opuntia Cylindrica Cristata


Saturday, April 27, 2024

Venus Flytrap

My Venus Flytrap is ready to eat a bug!  Where can I find and insect cam!

Venus Flytrap