Copiapoa Montana is native to North Chile and has a common name ‘Echinocactus cinereus’. This cactus grows up to 2-8" inches and belongs to the Cactaceae family. The winter-dormant cactus comprises more than 32 species and 5 heterotypic.
Growth Rate
The growth rate of the Echinocactus cinereus is fast.
Flowering
The beautiful flower arises on the crown several times a year in the vibrant shade of pale yellow.
Water and Feeding/Fertilizer
This cactus can be cultivated anywhere with adequate water. Fertilizer should be less otherwise, it will damage the roots.
Soil
This plant needs porous standard cactus mix soil. It is recommended to add pH compost and avoid substrata rich in limestone. A good drainage pot will help the plant propagate properly.
Hardiness
Copiapoa Montana is hardy in zones 9b-12 and has a frost tolerance of 10° C (50° F).
Light
These cacti need full sunlight. But in the summer season, they prefer partial shade from the sun.
Propagation
Copiapoa Montana propagates through seeds and grafted techniques.
Echinocactus cinereus is a beautiful cactus plant with an attractive Globose shape. It makes your house appealing. Get yours now.
Some of the information in this description has been found at desert-tropicals.com, llifle.com and cactus-art.biz
Bloom Season
Flower Color
Growth Rate
Hardiness Zone
Mature Size
Sun Exposure
| Bloom Season | Summer |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Copiapoa montana |
| Common Name | Bajotierra, Echinocactus cinereus |
| Dormancy | Winter |
| Family | Cactaceae |
| Flower Color | Pale yellow |
| Growth Habit | Globose |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Hardiness Zone | 9b12 |
| Mature Size | 28" |
| Native Area | North chile |
| Resistance | 10° c |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun |
- Description
- Key Plant Features
Copiapoa Montana is native to North Chile and has a common name ‘Echinocactus cinereus’. This cactus grows up to 2-8" inches and belongs to the Cactaceae family. The winter-dormant cactus comprises more than 32 species and 5 heterotypic.
Growth Rate
The growth rate of the Echinocactus cinereus is fast.
Flowering
The beautiful flower arises on the crown several times a year in the vibrant shade of pale yellow.
Water and Feeding/Fertilizer
This cactus can be cultivated anywhere with adequate water. Fertilizer should be less otherwise, it will damage the roots.
Soil
This plant needs porous standard cactus mix soil. It is recommended to add pH compost and avoid substrata rich in limestone. A good drainage pot will help the plant propagate properly.
Hardiness
Copiapoa Montana is hardy in zones 9b-12 and has a frost tolerance of 10° C (50° F).
Light
These cacti need full sunlight. But in the summer season, they prefer partial shade from the sun.
Propagation
Copiapoa Montana propagates through seeds and grafted techniques.
Echinocactus cinereus is a beautiful cactus plant with an attractive Globose shape. It makes your house appealing. Get yours now.
Some of the information in this description has been found at desert-tropicals.com, llifle.com and cactus-art.biz
Bloom Season
Flower Color
Growth Rate
Hardiness Zone
Mature Size
Sun Exposure
| Bloom Season | Summer |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Copiapoa montana |
| Common Name | Bajotierra, Echinocactus cinereus |
| Dormancy | Winter |
| Family | Cactaceae |
| Flower Color | Pale yellow |
| Growth Habit | Globose |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Hardiness Zone | 9b12 |
| Mature Size | 28" |
| Native Area | North chile |
| Resistance | 10° c |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun |