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Tephrocactus molinensis (Backeberg): A branching cactus of knobbly stem segments. The stems are bumpy, blue-green, and dotted with rings of glochids. The segments can stack up but easily detach, which tends to keep mature specimens under 7.0" tall. This unrooted cactus ships without a pot and is roughly 2.5" to 4.0" long.
CAUTION: This species has fine, barbed bristles called glochids. Glochids easily detach and can become loose in the box during shipping. They will pierce skin and leather gloves, so use tongs and caution when handling.
This variety of cactus will not survive a 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.
Product Size
Unrooted / Bare Root
Color - Primary
Blue / Blue-green
Color - Secondary
Grey / Silver
Bloom Color
Pink Bloom
Cold Hardiness
Zone 10 (30F)
Recommended Light Conditions
Full Sun
Recommended Light Conditions
Bright Indoor Light
Maximum Height
6"-8"
Growth Habit / Shape
Vertical Grower / Tall Stem
Special Characteristic
Showy Blooms
Special Characteristic
Slow Grower
Size of Cutting(s)
2.5"-4"
THIS PLANT IS HARDY IN ZONES 10+
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