Opuntia vestita crested
Opuntia vestita crested
Opuntia vestita crested
Opuntia vestita crested
Opuntia vestita crested
Opuntia vestita crested
Opuntia vestita crested
Opuntia vestita crested
Opuntia vestita crested
Opuntia vestita crested
Opuntia vestita crested
Opuntia vestita crested

Opuntia vestita crested is commonly called Crested Old Man Opuntia or Crested Cotton Coral Cactus. Belonging to the Cactaceae family, this plant has a tree-like appearance, with the stems covered in white hair, giving it a furry look. Growing up to a height of 60 cm, the winter-dormant houseplant blooms from early spring to late summer into deep red or violet flowers at the top of each stem. A native to Argentina and Bolivia, this fast-growing cactus loves full sun but not direct sunlight.

Growth Rate
Crested Old Man Opuntia is fast-growing.

Flowering
Beginning Spring till late summer, Opuntia vestita cristata gives rise to deep red-violet flowers growing at the top of each stem.

Watering and Feeding
One of the best ways for Opuntia vestita cristata care is to provide it with as little water as possible. Water only when the soil is dry. Also, ensure that it drains off completely.

Soil
Like all cacti, this plant also needs loose, sandy, and free-draining soil. You can use a cactus mix available at Planet Desert for the best growth.

Hardiness
The hardiness zone of Opuntia vestita crested is 9b to 11b. The preferred temperature range is 25° to 50°F (-3.9° to 10°C). This cactus is slightly frost-hardy.

Light
This houseplant needs full sun. Avoid direct exposure to the sun.

Propagation
Crested Cotton Coral Cactus can be propagated by offshoots as well as seeds.


Good-looking best-quality Opuntia varieties can be ordered direct from Planet Desert, the internet’s best succulent store. Shop for Opuntia vestita cristata at the best prices!

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Opuntia vestita crested

sku: 1922

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Please note: Our large plants are many years old, and as a result, they might have minor scaring but will arrive 100% healthy and looking great.

Please note: Our large plants are shipped bare root. They are also many years old, and as a result, they might have minor scaring but will arrive healthy and looking great.

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Any plant that is 6" and larger WILL NOT come with a pot as it will be shipped bare root.

Depending on the species and season, you will receive a very similar plant to the one in the picture. It may or may not be blooming at the time of your purchase.

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Opuntia vestita crested is commonly called Crested Old Man Opuntia or Crested Cotton Coral Cactus. Belonging to the Cactaceae family, this plant has a tree-like appearance, with the stems covered in white hair, giving it a furry look. Growing up to a height of 60 cm, the winter-dormant houseplant blooms from early spring to late summer into deep red or violet flowers at the top of each stem. A native to Argentina and Bolivia, this fast-growing cactus loves full sun but not direct sunlight.

Growth Rate
Crested Old Man Opuntia is fast-growing.

Flowering
Beginning Spring till late summer, Opuntia vestita cristata gives rise to deep red-violet flowers growing at the top of each stem.

Watering and Feeding
One of the best ways for Opuntia vestita cristata care is to provide it with as little water as possible. Water only when the soil is dry. Also, ensure that it drains off completely.

Soil
Like all cacti, this plant also needs loose, sandy, and free-draining soil. You can use a cactus mix available at Planet Desert for the best growth.

Hardiness
The hardiness zone of Opuntia vestita crested is 9b to 11b. The preferred temperature range is 25° to 50°F (-3.9° to 10°C). This cactus is slightly frost-hardy.

Light
This houseplant needs full sun. Avoid direct exposure to the sun.

Propagation
Crested Cotton Coral Cactus can be propagated by offshoots as well as seeds.


Good-looking best-quality Opuntia varieties can be ordered direct from Planet Desert, the internet’s best succulent store. Shop for Opuntia vestita cristata at the best prices!

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