Are you on the hunt for a unique and low-maintenance plant to add to your collection? Look no further than Notocactus graessneri var. albisetus (also knowm as Parodia haselbergii albiseta)! This cactus subspecies, native to Brazil, boasts a distinctive white woolly crown at top of its globular shape. With striking white spines and yellow flowers that bloom in late winter or early spring, it's easy to see why this ornamental plant has become so popular among collectors.
But what really sets it apart is just how easy it is to care for – requiring only partial shade and minimal watering as they are drought tolerant. So whether you're an experienced green thumb or new to gardening altogether, the Notocactus graessneri albisetus is sure to be a stunning addition to your home or garden!
Bloom Season
Flower Color
Growth Rate
Hardiness Zone
Mature Size
Plant Type
Resistance
Sun Exposure
Watering Needs
| Bloom Season | Late winter, early spring |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Notocactus graessneri var. albisetus |
| Common Name | Golden ball cactus |
| Dormancy | Winter |
| Family | Cactaceae |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Genus | Notocactus |
| Growth Habit | Globular |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Hardiness Zone | 9, 10, 11 |
| Mature Size | 6 in. wide |
| Native Area | Bolivia |
| Plant Type | Perennial cactus |
| Propagation | By seeds, stem cuttings |
| Resistance | Extremely drought-tolerant, pest resistant, deer resistant |
| Soil PH | 6.5, Acidic, Neutral |
| Soil Type | Cactus potting mix soil |
| Special Features | Woolly crown at top |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun, partial shade |
| Toxicity | Safe for humans, safe for pets |
| Watering Needs | Low |
- Description
- Key Plant Features
Are you on the hunt for a unique and low-maintenance plant to add to your collection? Look no further than Notocactus graessneri var. albisetus (also knowm as Parodia haselbergii albiseta)! This cactus subspecies, native to Brazil, boasts a distinctive white woolly crown at top of its globular shape. With striking white spines and yellow flowers that bloom in late winter or early spring, it's easy to see why this ornamental plant has become so popular among collectors.
But what really sets it apart is just how easy it is to care for – requiring only partial shade and minimal watering as they are drought tolerant. So whether you're an experienced green thumb or new to gardening altogether, the Notocactus graessneri albisetus is sure to be a stunning addition to your home or garden!
Bloom Season
Flower Color
Growth Rate
Hardiness Zone
Mature Size
Plant Type
Resistance
Sun Exposure
Watering Needs
| Bloom Season | Late winter, early spring |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Notocactus graessneri var. albisetus |
| Common Name | Golden ball cactus |
| Dormancy | Winter |
| Family | Cactaceae |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Genus | Notocactus |
| Growth Habit | Globular |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Hardiness Zone | 9, 10, 11 |
| Mature Size | 6 in. wide |
| Native Area | Bolivia |
| Plant Type | Perennial cactus |
| Propagation | By seeds, stem cuttings |
| Resistance | Extremely drought-tolerant, pest resistant, deer resistant |
| Soil PH | 6.5, Acidic, Neutral |
| Soil Type | Cactus potting mix soil |
| Special Features | Woolly crown at top |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun, partial shade |
| Toxicity | Safe for humans, safe for pets |
| Watering Needs | Low |
