Tephrocactus Articulatus var. papyracanthus

Paper Spine Cactus

Family

Cactacaea

Native

Argentina

Description

A bushy cactus, Tephrocactus Articulatus is a segmented species covered with grey-white spines which have a shape of a cone. It has remarkable soft flat paper spines. The flowers are bell-shaped, white with yellow center and up to 14 cm in diameter

Environment

A slow growing species,this plant needs regular watering during summers and should be kept dry during winters. A sun loving variety, it grows and glows better under full sun.

Landscape Uses

Usually these are outdoor plant, grass lands, landscapes.