Melocactus conoideus
Melocactus conoideus
Melocactus conoideus
Melocactus conoideus
Melocactus conoideus
Melocactus conoideus
Melocactus conoideus
Melocactus conoideus
Melocactus conoideus
Melocactus conoideus
Melocactus conoideus
Melocactus conoideus

Melocactus conoideus is commonly known as ‘Cone-like Turk’s head cactus’, and it belongs to the Cactaceae family. It has a grey-green color spherical body. A native of Brazil, this winter-dormant plant grows up to 6 inches (15 Cm) in height.

Growth Rate

It is not easy to grow this plant, and the growth rate is slow.

Flowering

Melocactus conoideus flowers bloom in the Anthesis, occurring in the afternoon with vibrant Magenta (pink-purple) color.

Water and Feeding/Fertilizer

These plants are very resistant to drought. After watering, always try to dry out the soil properly. Fertilize in mid-spring with mineral fertilizer.

Soil

The soil can be a mix of 75% healthier soil and 25% coarse siliceous sand or commercial cactus substrate with 20% coarse sand.

Hardiness

The Cone-like Turk’s head cactus is hardy in zones 11 and has a frost tolerance of 8-12°C (46.4-53.6°F).

Light

These cacti need full sun to light shade but in the winter season, temperature below 15 degrees will be harmful to them.

Propagation

They propagate from seed, but the propagation process is relatively slow.

Melocactus conoideus are best to grow in pots. They need good ventilation, and you can grow them on the terrace or balconies.

Some of the information in this description has been found at desert-tropicals.com, llifle.com and cactus-art.biz

Bloom Season Anthesis occurs in the afternoon
Botanical Name Melocactus conoideus
Common Name Conelike turk's head cactus
Dormancy Winter
Family Cactaceae
Flower Color Magenta (pinkpurple)
Growth Habit Shortspined
Mature Size Under 6 in. (15 Cm)
Native Area Brazil
Resistance 812°c

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Beautiful cactus!

Very happy with this purchase. It came very well packaged and looks great.

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Robert P.
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Melo!

This plants was way bigger than I expected! Great buy for the price too!

Melocactus conoideus

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Please note: All Landscape Ready plants that are in a 6-inch pot or larger WILL NOT come with a pot as it will be shipped bare root.

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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.

We ship via USPS Priority Mail, and we calculate the shipping cost based on the weight and volume of your purchase. Care instructions are included in every package you order. Please allow us up to 3 business days to process your order. Depending on your location, we will ship the plants on a certain day to avoid transit time during weekends or holidays. If you wish to receive your order on a specific date, or have special instructions, please add a note on your order. If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to contact us at any time.

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Melocactus conoideus is commonly known as ‘Cone-like Turk’s head cactus’, and it belongs to the Cactaceae family. It has a grey-green color spherical body. A native of Brazil, this winter-dormant plant grows up to 6 inches (15 Cm) in height.

Growth Rate

It is not easy to grow this plant, and the growth rate is slow.

Flowering

Melocactus conoideus flowers bloom in the Anthesis, occurring in the afternoon with vibrant Magenta (pink-purple) color.

Water and Feeding/Fertilizer

These plants are very resistant to drought. After watering, always try to dry out the soil properly. Fertilize in mid-spring with mineral fertilizer.

Soil

The soil can be a mix of 75% healthier soil and 25% coarse siliceous sand or commercial cactus substrate with 20% coarse sand.

Hardiness

The Cone-like Turk’s head cactus is hardy in zones 11 and has a frost tolerance of 8-12°C (46.4-53.6°F).

Light

These cacti need full sun to light shade but in the winter season, temperature below 15 degrees will be harmful to them.

Propagation

They propagate from seed, but the propagation process is relatively slow.

Melocactus conoideus are best to grow in pots. They need good ventilation, and you can grow them on the terrace or balconies.

Some of the information in this description has been found at desert-tropicals.com, llifle.com and cactus-art.biz

Bloom Season Anthesis occurs in the afternoon
Botanical Name Melocactus conoideus
Common Name Conelike turk's head cactus
Dormancy Winter
Family Cactaceae
Flower Color Magenta (pinkpurple)
Growth Habit Shortspined
Mature Size Under 6 in. (15 Cm)
Native Area Brazil
Resistance 812°c

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5.0 Based on 3 Reviews
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CC
08/18/2021
Calibeebee C.

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This review has no content.

SK
08/07/2022
Steven K.
United States United States

Beautiful cactus!

Very happy with this purchase. It came very well packaged and looks great.

RP
05/12/2023
Robert P.
United States United States

Melo!

This plants was way bigger than I expected! Great buy for the price too!

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