Tephrocactus alexanderi is a small low depressed or erect succulent plant with some spherical branches forming spiny cushions. Common names (spanish) Bola de Indio. This species grows and blooms in a very dry environment on rocky soil, Need to be kept in a cool place during winter rest this is important for the flowers as well as for their health. It prefers a full sun exposure, but should be protected from excessive heat and sun in summer.
Frost tolerance: They tolerate light frost -5 (-10) °C
Sun exposure: Full sun
Origin: provinces of La Rioja and Salta, Argentina
Growth habits: stems 5-5 cm long, 2 to 3 cm thick/ Stems up to 4 cm long/Flowers are large pinkish-white
Watering needs: Susceptible to overwatering but need enough water during growing season
Some of the information in this description has been found at desert-tropicals.com, llifle.com and cactus-art.biz
| Bloom Season | summer |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Tephrocactus alexanderi |
| Dormancy | winter |
| Family | Cactaceae |
| Flower Color | White to light pink |
| Mature Size | 15 cm (6 inches) |
| Native Area | Argentina Catamarca |
| Resistance | 5 (10) °C |
- Reviews
- Questions
United StatesWow, really cool plant
looks just like the picture. Very nice plant and healthy.
United Statestephrocactus geometrical Alexanderi
i am excited I already have a new growth. Not sure if it is a flower or another extension of the plant.
United Stateslackluster
I was disappointed in the shape of my ball — it was a bit elongated and not as round as I had hoped for. disappointed also that it has become a bit mushy leaving me to believe it is in poor health.
United StatesAwesome!!
These beauties are hard to find. Beautiful specimens. I bought 2. Planet Desert has a great selection. Fair prices. Fast service.
United Statesarrived perfect
arrived perfect and even held shipping until after a cold snap. Thank you!
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Tephrocactus alexanderi is a small low depressed or erect succulent plant with some spherical branches forming spiny cushions. Common names (spanish) Bola de Indio. This species grows and blooms in a very dry environment on rocky soil, Need to be kept in a cool place during winter rest this is important for the flowers as well as for their health. It prefers a full sun exposure, but should be protected from excessive heat and sun in summer.
Frost tolerance: They tolerate light frost -5 (-10) °C
Sun exposure: Full sun
Origin: provinces of La Rioja and Salta, Argentina
Growth habits: stems 5-5 cm long, 2 to 3 cm thick/ Stems up to 4 cm long/Flowers are large pinkish-white
Watering needs: Susceptible to overwatering but need enough water during growing season
Some of the information in this description has been found at desert-tropicals.com, llifle.com and cactus-art.biz
| Bloom Season | summer |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Tephrocactus alexanderi |
| Dormancy | winter |
| Family | Cactaceae |
| Flower Color | White to light pink |
| Mature Size | 15 cm (6 inches) |
| Native Area | Argentina Catamarca |
| Resistance | 5 (10) °C |
- Reviews
- Questions
United StatesWow, really cool plant
looks just like the picture. Very nice plant and healthy.
United Statestephrocactus geometrical Alexanderi
i am excited I already have a new growth. Not sure if it is a flower or another extension of the plant.
United Stateslackluster
I was disappointed in the shape of my ball — it was a bit elongated and not as round as I had hoped for. disappointed also that it has become a bit mushy leaving me to believe it is in poor health.
United StatesAwesome!!
These beauties are hard to find. Beautiful specimens. I bought 2. Planet Desert has a great selection. Fair prices. Fast service.
United Statesarrived perfect
arrived perfect and even held shipping until after a cold snap. Thank you!