It is a summer-growing species fairly easy and robust to cultivate, but very slow-growing. This plant is xerophytic, adapted to dry soils and is quite susceptible to over-watering if kept in a non-ventilated place especially after the first flowering. Grow it in an open mineral, sandy-gritty cactus compost and provide very good drainage. Exposure: It is suited for sunny-brightly exposure, but can tolerate light shade. However, it will do its best only with lots of sun and become stressed with inadequate light which could result in poor growth and unnatural shape. It has good heat tolerance. Watering: Waterings should be rather infrequent to keep the plant compact, and avoid it’s becoming excessively elongated and unnatural in appearance. Furthermore, it has a tap root, and watering it properly is often difficult because it tends to crack open or rot if over-watered. Keep dry in winter or when night temperatures remain below 10° C. Mature individuals easily rot and die especially after transplanting so be extremely cautious with watering. Water it less than average if in bigger pots. Feed them once during the growing season with a fertilizer specifically formulated for cactus and succulents (high potash fertilizer with dilute low nitrogen), including all micronutrients and trace elements diluted to ½ the strength recommended on the label. They thrive in poor soils and need limited supplies of fertilizer to avoid the plants developing excess vegetation, which is easily attacked by fungal diseases. It is suited for airy exposures. Provide very good ventilation. Nearly all problems occur as a result of overwatering and poor ventilation, especially when weather conditions are dull and cool or very humid. They must have a very dry atmosphere. Hardiness: It likes warmth (recommended minimum winter temperature 5° C) But plants kept perfectly dry can easily survive a light frost.