tephrocactus geometricus alexanderi
tephrocactus geometricus alexanderi
tephrocactus geometricus alexanderi
tephrocactus geometricus alexanderi
tephrocactus geometricus alexanderi
tephrocactus geometricus alexanderi
tephrocactus geometricus alexanderi
tephrocactus geometricus alexanderi
tephrocactus geometricus alexanderi
tephrocactus geometricus alexanderi
tephrocactus geometricus alexanderi
tephrocactus geometricus alexanderi

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

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RD
09/04/2021
Robin D.
United States United States

Wow, really cool plant

looks just like the picture. Very nice plant and healthy.

JH
06/04/2022
joyce h.
United States United States

tephrocactus geometrical Alexanderi

i am excited I already have a new growth. Not sure if it is a flower or another extension of the plant.

GH
09/14/2022
Gaberial H.
United States United States

lackluster

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.

BW
11/22/2022
Barbara W.
United States United States

Awesome!!

These beauties are hard to find. Beautiful specimens. I bought 2. Planet Desert has a great selection. Fair prices. Fast service.

LG
01/17/2023
Larrisa G.
United States United States

arrived perfect

arrived perfect and even held shipping until after a cold snap. Thank you!

tephrocactus geometricus alexanderi

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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

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Customer Reviews
4.7 Based on 7 Reviews
5 ★
86% 
6
4 ★
0% 
0
3 ★
14% 
1
2 ★
0% 
0
1 ★
0% 
0
Write a Review Ask a Question

Thank you for submitting a review!

Your input is very much appreciated. Share it with your friends so they can enjoy it too!

Filter Reviews:
RD
09/04/2021
Robin D.
United States United States

Wow, really cool plant

looks just like the picture. Very nice plant and healthy.

JH
06/04/2022
joyce h.
United States United States

tephrocactus geometrical Alexanderi

i am excited I already have a new growth. Not sure if it is a flower or another extension of the plant.

GH
09/14/2022
Gaberial H.
United States United States

lackluster

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.

BW
11/22/2022
Barbara W.
United States United States

Awesome!!

These beauties are hard to find. Beautiful specimens. I bought 2. Planet Desert has a great selection. Fair prices. Fast service.

LG
01/17/2023
Larrisa G.
United States United States

arrived perfect

arrived perfect and even held shipping until after a cold snap. Thank you!

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