tephrocactus geometricus alexanderi

tephrocactus geometricus alexanderi

(This plant comes in a 3.5 inch pot. All of our plants are grown under the same conditions, although not all the plants are the same. You will receive a similar plant in size and shape to the ones in the pictures. Our plants are hand-picked and carefully selected to bring you the best quality possible. Please allow us up to 3 business days to process your order. If you wish to receive your order on a specific date, or have special instructions, please add a note at the checkout . The plant is shipped in its pot to prevent any damage to the roots).

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

Colder regions warning: If you are  expecting temperatures  below 40 degrees within the next  five days after placing your order, we highly recommend adding a heat pack to your order. We are now offering 72-hour heat packs for an additional $3.00.  If your order is $50.00 or more, you will get a heat pack free of charge. To prevent plants from freezing while in transit, orders placed for areas with extreme severe freezing temperatures will be held for shipment until it is save to ship. Care instructions: Care instructions are included in every package you order. Shipping details and customer service policy: We ship via USPS Priority Mail. We calculate the shipping cost based on the weight and volume of your purchase. Depending on your location, we will ship the plants on a certain day to avoid transit time during weekends or holidays. If you have any questions or comments please feel free to contact us at any time.

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