Oreocereus trollii
(This plant comes in a 2 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 in its pot to prevent any damage to the roots.)
Originally from South Bolivia and North Argentina, this shrubby columnar cactus is covered with fine, completely enveloping hair and powerful colored spines also known as Old Man of the Mountain. Grows in very arid mountainous area where its thick hair protects it against light night frosts and from the intense sunlight found at the altitude in which it resides.
Recommended Temperature Zone: USDA: 7-11
Frost tolerance: Hardy in Phoenix to 20°F (-7°C)
Minimum avg. temperature: 50°F (10°C)
Heat tolerance: Needs protection from the afternoon sun
Sun exposure: Full sun
Origin: Mountains of Argentina and southern Bolivia
Growth habits: Columnar cactus, slowly clumping, 2" tall (60 cm)
Watering needs: Light water, rot easily in winter
Propagation: Seeds
Blooming habits: Red flowers, 1.5"in diameter (4 cm)
Some of the information in this description has been found at desert-tropicals.com, llifle.com and cactus-art.biz
