Cactus up to 18-20 cm tall with a dark green cylindrical globose body that grows when ripe. It shows numerous ribs, dense bristly brick-red spines about 2 cm long. It is characterized by golden yellow flowers 6-7 cm wide that appear at the apex of the plant.
Pedoclimatic needs
Grow in well-drained soil not too rich in organic matter. Sunny exposure. In winter it resists down to -4°/-5°C as long as it is kept dry. It can be grown in the ground in Mediterranean gardens, where temperatures do not fall below freezing. In colder climates it can be grown in pots, placed outdoors during spring and summer and sheltered during autumn and winter.
Botanical Information
Botanical Name: Notocactus schlosseri
Family: Cactaceae
NB: you will receive the plants in a container without a pot. If you need to understand how to best decant your sockets, watch the video inthis link, or choose pots and soil from thePots and Soils collection .
