Oreocereus trollii old man of the mountain
Oreocereus trollii old man of the mountain
Oreocereus trollii old man of the mountain
Oreocereus trollii old man of the mountain
Oreocereus trollii old man of the mountain
Oreocereus trollii old man of the mountain
Oreocereus trollii old man of the mountain
Oreocereus trollii old man of the mountain
Oreocereus trollii old man of the mountain
Oreocereus trollii old man of the mountain
Oreocereus trollii old man of the mountain
Oreocereus trollii old man of the mountain
Oreocereus trollii old man of the mountain
Oreocereus trollii old man of the mountain
Oreocereus trollii old man of the mountain
Oreocereus trollii old man of the mountain
Oreocereus trollii old man of the mountain
Oreocereus trollii old man of the mountain
Oreocereus trollii old man of the mountain
Oreocereus trollii old man of the mountain
Oreocereus trollii old man of the mountain
Oreocereus trollii old man of the mountain

Oreocereus Trollii, belonging to the Cactaceae family, is commonly known as ‘Borzicactus’ or the ‘Old Man of the Mountain’. The slow-growing succulent has its origin in Argentina and is a native of high altitudes on arid mountains. This shrubby columnar cactus is enveloped by fine white hair that protects it naturally from the night frost and the sun in the morning. To multiply and grow up to a height of 3 feet, the winter-dormant Brozicactus requires full sun exposure.

Growth Rate

Oreocereus trollii cacti are characterized by a slow growth rate.

Flowering

The flowers of this cactus bloom in pink or violet-red colors during late spring or early summer.

Watering and Feeding

Brozicactus can easily die if overwatered. Hence, it should never be made to sit in water. Between two waterings, ensure the soil is fully dried out.

Soil

Oreocereus trollii grows happily in a typical succulent well-drained soil mix.

Hardiness

The hardiness zone for this short plant is 7a. These cacti have a frost tolerance of -12° C (10.4° F). Thus in colder regions, it is ideal for planting them indoors.

Light

The Old man of the mountain plant loves full sun exposure. It is best to plant it in an area where it receives good sunlight.

Propagation

The best way to propagate this cactus is through seeds.

Oreocereus Trollii ‘Borzicactus’ grows up beautifully when given proper care. This small plant with white hair will make a unique addition to your succulent collection.

Some of the information in this description has been found at desert-tropicals.com, llifle.com and cactus-art.biz

Bloom Season Late spring, early summer
Botanical Name Oreocereus trollii
Common Name Old Man of the Mountain
Dormancy Winter
Family Cactaceae
Flower Color Pink, violet red
Genus Oreocereus
Growth Habit Shrubby columnar
Growth Rate Slow
Hardiness Zone 8, 9, 10, 11
Mature Size 2 ft. tall, 4 in. wide
Native Area Argentina
Plant Type Cactus
Propagation By seeds, stem cuttings
Resistance Drought tolerant, heat tolerant, pest resistance
Soil PH 6.5, Acidic, Neutral
Soil Type well-drained soil mix
Special Features Wooly foliage
Sun Exposure Full sun, partial shade
Toxicity Safe for humans, mildly toxic for pets
Watering Needs Low

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Oreocereus trollii old man of the mountain

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Oreocereus Trollii, belonging to the Cactaceae family, is commonly known as ‘Borzicactus’ or the ‘Old Man of the Mountain’. The slow-growing succulent has its origin in Argentina and is a native of high altitudes on arid mountains. This shrubby columnar cactus is enveloped by fine white hair that protects it naturally from the night frost and the sun in the morning. To multiply and grow up to a height of 3 feet, the winter-dormant Brozicactus requires full sun exposure.

Growth Rate

Oreocereus trollii cacti are characterized by a slow growth rate.

Flowering

The flowers of this cactus bloom in pink or violet-red colors during late spring or early summer.

Watering and Feeding

Brozicactus can easily die if overwatered. Hence, it should never be made to sit in water. Between two waterings, ensure the soil is fully dried out.

Soil

Oreocereus trollii grows happily in a typical succulent well-drained soil mix.

Hardiness

The hardiness zone for this short plant is 7a. These cacti have a frost tolerance of -12° C (10.4° F). Thus in colder regions, it is ideal for planting them indoors.

Light

The Old man of the mountain plant loves full sun exposure. It is best to plant it in an area where it receives good sunlight.

Propagation

The best way to propagate this cactus is through seeds.

Oreocereus Trollii ‘Borzicactus’ grows up beautifully when given proper care. This small plant with white hair will make a unique addition to your succulent collection.

Some of the information in this description has been found at desert-tropicals.com, llifle.com and cactus-art.biz

Bloom Season Late spring, early summer
Botanical Name Oreocereus trollii
Common Name Old Man of the Mountain
Dormancy Winter
Family Cactaceae
Flower Color Pink, violet red
Genus Oreocereus
Growth Habit Shrubby columnar
Growth Rate Slow
Hardiness Zone 8, 9, 10, 11
Mature Size 2 ft. tall, 4 in. wide
Native Area Argentina
Plant Type Cactus
Propagation By seeds, stem cuttings
Resistance Drought tolerant, heat tolerant, pest resistance
Soil PH 6.5, Acidic, Neutral
Soil Type well-drained soil mix
Special Features Wooly foliage
Sun Exposure Full sun, partial shade
Toxicity Safe for humans, mildly toxic for pets
Watering Needs Low

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