Belonging to the “Cactaceae” family, Copiapoa hypogaea cv. Lizard Skin is a distinct species of cactus that has an outer texture similar to the lizard’s skin. Obispito North near Esmeralda, Chile is the home to this beautiful cactus. Furthermore, it is easy to grow and great for all kinds of gardeners. This globose cactus can become up to 7 cm tall.

Growth Rate
As it is a slow-growing variety of Copiapoa hypogaea, you’ve to wait to see it flourishing and blooming.

Flowering
Copiapoa hypogaea Lizard Skin produces charming pink and yellow flowers in the summer season.

Watering
Being xerophytic, Copiapoa Lizard Skin can get damaged due to over-watering therefore, you should cautiously offer water to it. Infrequent watering will keep this cactus in shape and well-thriving.

Soil
Use a gritty, sandy cactus mix that has good drainage abilities to grow C. hypogaea Lizard Skin cactus.

Cold Hardiness
To avoid damage, make sure you keep this cactus warm and dry in the colder season. Having a frost tolerance of 0 °C (32 °F), it can withstand only light frost.

Light
Copiapoa Lizard Skin has a great level of heat tolerance. It will grow to its full capacity under bright sunlight. Additionally, it can survive under light shade. However, if you place it under a poorly lightened area, it will be stressed and damaged.

Propagation
Seeds can be used to propagate this lizard-like cactus.

The Copiapoa Lizard Skin is one of the most loved varieties of cactus by plant lovers. Grow it on your patio and enjoy the compliments from the family and neighbors.