Tephrocactus alexanderi - Indian Ball Cactus [large]

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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 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 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

3.5" Pot

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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