Melocactus Matanzanus Dwarf Turk's-Cap

This plant is in a 6 inch pot. All of our plants are grown under the same conditions, although not all the plants are the same. You will receive a similar plant in size and shape to the ones in the pictures. Our plants are hand-picked and carefully selected to bring you the best quality possible. Please allow us up to 3 business days to process your order. If you wish to receive your order on a specific date, or have special instructions, please add a note at the checkout . The plant is shipped BARE ROOT.

Melocactus matanzanus is known by its common name “Dwarf Turk's-Cap.” It is one of the most popular and smallest cactus species with an eye-catching globose shape. These plants from the Cactaceae family have their origin in Northern Cuba and are easy to find worldwide. Growing up to 7–9 centimeters in height, Dwarf Turk's-Cap goes dormant in the winter months.

Growth Rate

Melocactus matanzanus is a fast-growing cactus. It is a low-maintenance plant, making it a good option for beginners.

Flowering

When this plant gets fully mature, the wool and bristle covered sphere on the top of the cactus, which is known as cephalium, starts to form and later stops budding. The bud appears in the mid-summer and turns rose pink to carmine shade.

Water and Feeding/Fertilizer

Dwarf Turk's-Cap needs plenty of water and likes a moist environment. Water them frequently.

Soil

Melocactus matanzanus needs well-draining soil. This plant grows healthily when it is restricted at the roots. Thus, it is important to root the cactus in a small container. 

Hardiness

This variety of cacti belongs to the hardiness zone of 10a-11b, with a frost tolerance of 0° C (32° F).

Light

This amazing houseplant needs direct sunlight. If planting outdoors, make sure the sunlight is sufficient otherwise the plant will not be able to bloom properly. 

Propagation

It is very easy to propagate Dwarf Turk's-Cap cactus by seeds. Soak the seed before propagating and use oxygenate soil.

Melocactus Matanzanus “Dwarf Turk's-Cap” is quite tricky to maintain. Having said that, these cacti make the garden adorable and pleasing.

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

Blooming Season	Mid summer
Common Name	Dwarf turk's-cap
Dormancy	Winter
Family	Cactaceae
Flower	Rose pink to carmine
Frost Tolerance	0°c
Growth Rate	Fast growth
Hardiness Zone	10a-11b
Height	7–9 centimetres
Origin	Northern cuba
Scientific Name	Melocactus Matanzanus
Shape	Globose
Sun Exposure	Direct sunlight