Lobivia acanthoplegma v. roseiflora
(This plant comes in a 3.5" pot. 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. The plant is shipped in its pot to prevent any damage to the roots).
This beautiful cactus has an interesting spine pattern that blooms with very nice and spectacular scarlet color flowers. It also has a white center which contrasts against the colorful flowers.
Sun exposure: Sun, light shade
Origin: Cochabamba to Santa Cruz and adjacent areas, Cochabamba, Bolivia
Watering needs: Water regularly in summer (but do not over water ) needs good drainage.
Propagation: Direct sow after last frost, offsets
Blooming habits: Light to dark pink flowers with contrasting white center. Occasionally white.
Some of the information in this description has been found at desert-tropicals.com, llifle.com and cactus-art.biz
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United StatesI ordered twice now from Planet Desert and all of the cacti were packaged well and no damage. Some of them even got flower buds and now they are fully open and look lovely. Will definitely order again. Thank you Planet Desert!
