Melocactus pachyacanthus

Cactus

Family: Cactaceae Cactus


Type Perennial, succulent
USDA Hardiness range 9A - 11
Exposure Full sun
Bloom color Orange
Bloom time Year 'round
Water needs Dry
Landscape uses Container, rock garden, specimen
Height 10" to 30" / 25cm to 75cm
Spread 10" to 30" / 25cm to 75cm
Growth rate Slow
Persistence Evergreen
Leaf color n/a
Fruit color Red
Soil pH requirements Neutral, slightly alkaline
Soil type Sandy
Form Rounded