Tephrocactus alexanderi - Indian Ball Cactus [bare root]

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Indian Ball Cactus (Tephrocactus alexanderi) (Backeberg): A round cactus that grows to be the size of a golf ball. It branches profusely with more golf balls and the whole plant is covered in black spines. It develops a long taproot and so prefers deeper pots. This is a bare root plant and measures 2"-4" long.

This cactus variety will not survive a hard frost, but if there is a risk of temperatures below 40F, 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.

Full Cactus Guide

Product Size

Unrooted / Bare Root

Current Primary Color

Green

Grow Zone (Hardiness)

Zone 10 (30F)

Recommended Light Conditions

Bright Indoor Light

Recommended Light Conditions

Full Sun

Growth Habit / Shape

Shrub

Special Characteristic

Hard to Kill

Special Characteristic

Slow Grower

Size of Cutting(s)

Under 3"

Bloom Color

Pink Bloom

THIS PLANT IS HARDY IN ZONES 10+

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