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Silver Ball Cactus (Parodia scopa ssp. marchesii) (Taylor): A globose to columnar cactus native to Uruguay. It has 19-28 ribs lined with long, coppery spines and a dense covering of white, bristly radial spines. Its species name "scopa" means broom and references its many spines. It blooms with glossy, pale yellow flowers at the top of each stem. At maturity it can reach 4.0" wide and 20.0" tall. This plant is fully rooted in a 3.5" pot.
This cactus variety will not survive a hard frost, but if there is a risk of freezing temperatures it can be brought indoors to grow on a sunny window sill or under a grow light. Cactus need bright sunlight, great drainage, and infrequent water to prevent rot. Pick containers with drainage holes and use well-draining cactus and succulent soil with 70% to 80% mineral grit such as coarse sand, pumice, or perlite. Water deeply and wait for the soil to completely dry out before watering again. Keep dry in winter.
Product Size
3.5" Pot
Current Primary Color
White
All Seasonal Colors
Orange / Copper
Bloom Color
Pink Bloom
Grow Zone (Hardiness)
Zone 10 (30F)
Recommended Light Conditions
Bright Indoor Light
Recommended Light Conditions
Full Sun
Maximum Height
Over 12"
Growth Habit / Shape
Clumping / Mounding
Growth Habit / Shape
Vertical Grower / Tall Stem
Special Characteristic
Hard to Kill
Special Characteristic
Showy Blooms
THIS PLANT IS HARDY IN ZONES 10+
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