Notocactus scopa rubra
Notocactus scopa rubra
Notocactus scopa rubra
Notocactus scopa rubra
Notocactus scopa rubra

Parodia scopa v. rubra is a member of the Cactaceae family and is another variety ofNotocactus scopa. The plant is spherical and has rusty orange and short white spines all around it. Throughout the plant, the spines create an appealing spiral geometric pattern. It isn't a heavy clumper but will eventually develop more heads. It requires normal cactus maintenance and defend it from the chilly weather.

With its silvery spines and brilliant yellow flowers, Parodia scopa, frequently forms clusters. Soft tufts of bristly spines resembling tiny brushes almost completely conceal the stems, the varied combination of white and reddish-brown spines on different plants. It has extremely attractive, supple, white, fir-like spines that frequently have crimson centers. The rings of canary and satin yellow flowers are developed on apex clusters, open during the day, and close at night.

It thrives in a warm, bright environment and grows well in some shade, but it dislikes full sun, and scorching light throughout the middle of summer. It can tolerate a fair amount of water throughout the growing season, but this plant in the winter needs to be kept dry because they are wet-sensitive. 

Bloom Season Spring, summer
Botanical Name Notocactus scopa 'rubra'
Common Name Silver Ball Cactus
Dormancy Winter
Flower Color Bright yellow
Genus Notocactus
Growth Habit Globular
Growth Rate Slow
Hardiness Zone 9, 10, 11
Mature Size 3 ft. tall, 2 ft. wide
Native Area South America
Plant Type Perennial cactus
Propagation By stem cutting
Resistance Drought tolerant, deer resistant, pest resistant-disease resistant
Soil PH 6.5, Acidic, Neutral
Soil Type specialized cactus potting soil
Special Features Bright red spines, showy flowers
Sun Exposure Full sun, partial shade
Toxicity Mild toxic for humans , pets (Keep away from Children)
Watering Needs Low

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04/29/2023
Thomas K.
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Very Cool Cactus

Cactus came well packaged, not damaged, and as advertised. It is really cool looking cactus with buds growing already. Looks like the one above pictured but with buds on the top.

Notocactus scopa rubra

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Parodia scopa v. rubra is a member of the Cactaceae family and is another variety ofNotocactus scopa. The plant is spherical and has rusty orange and short white spines all around it. Throughout the plant, the spines create an appealing spiral geometric pattern. It isn't a heavy clumper but will eventually develop more heads. It requires normal cactus maintenance and defend it from the chilly weather.

With its silvery spines and brilliant yellow flowers, Parodia scopa, frequently forms clusters. Soft tufts of bristly spines resembling tiny brushes almost completely conceal the stems, the varied combination of white and reddish-brown spines on different plants. It has extremely attractive, supple, white, fir-like spines that frequently have crimson centers. The rings of canary and satin yellow flowers are developed on apex clusters, open during the day, and close at night.

It thrives in a warm, bright environment and grows well in some shade, but it dislikes full sun, and scorching light throughout the middle of summer. It can tolerate a fair amount of water throughout the growing season, but this plant in the winter needs to be kept dry because they are wet-sensitive. 

Bloom Season Spring, summer
Botanical Name Notocactus scopa 'rubra'
Common Name Silver Ball Cactus
Dormancy Winter
Flower Color Bright yellow
Genus Notocactus
Growth Habit Globular
Growth Rate Slow
Hardiness Zone 9, 10, 11
Mature Size 3 ft. tall, 2 ft. wide
Native Area South America
Plant Type Perennial cactus
Propagation By stem cutting
Resistance Drought tolerant, deer resistant, pest resistant-disease resistant
Soil PH 6.5, Acidic, Neutral
Soil Type specialized cactus potting soil
Special Features Bright red spines, showy flowers
Sun Exposure Full sun, partial shade
Toxicity Mild toxic for humans , pets (Keep away from Children)
Watering Needs Low

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TK
04/29/2023
Thomas K.
United States United States

Very Cool Cactus

Cactus came well packaged, not damaged, and as advertised. It is really cool looking cactus with buds growing already. Looks like the one above pictured but with buds on the top.

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