Parodia scopa 'Albispinus'

Owned by Jennifer & Paige Simpson (@RoyalAlchemy).

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Notes

Family: Cactaceae. Often labeled under the synonym Notocactus. This cultivar is known for its dense white spines and yellow flowers. Non-toxic to pets, but spines can cause physical injury.

Details

Identity & Classification

Common Name
White-spined Ball Cactus
Subspecies
succinea

Growth & Physical Traits

Plant Type
Cactus, Houseplant, Perennial, Succulent
Growing Medium
Well-draining cactus mix
Growth Habit
Succulent, Cactus

Lifecycle & Reproduction

Propagation Method
Seed Grown

Care & Requirements

Watering Needs
Very Low / Drought Tolerant
Temperature Range
Warm Temperate (50–80°F / 10–27°C)
Humidity Range
Low Humidity Tolerant (20–40%)
Light Needs
Full Sun

Origin & Source

Date Acquired
May 30, 2026
Natural Habitat Location
Southern Brazil and Uruguay

Collection Context

Quantity
1
Added Details
Family: Cactaceae. Often labeled under the synonym Notocactus. This cultivar is known for its dense white spines and yellow flowers. Non-toxic to pets, but spines can cause physical injury.

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White-spined Ball Cactus
Parodia scopa 'Albispinus' by RoyalAlchemy

Parodia

scopa 'Albispinus'

Common NameWhite-spined Ball Cactus
Subspeciessuccinea

Growth & Physical Traits

Plant Type
Cactus, Houseplant, Perennial, Succulent
Growth Habit
Succulent, Cactus
Growing MediumWell-draining cactus mix

Lifecycle & Reproduction

Propagation Method
Seed Grown

Care & Requirements

Watering Needs
Very Low / Drought Tolerant
Temperature Range
Warm Temperate (50–80°F / 10–27°C)
Humidity Range
Low Humidity Tolerant (20–40%)
Light Needs
Full Sun

Origin & Source

Date Acquired
May 30, 2026
Natural Habitat LocationSouthern Brazil and Uruguay

Collection Context

Quantity
1

Added Details

Family: Cactaceae. Often labeled under the synonym Notocactus. This cultivar is known for its dense white spines and yellow flowers. Non-toxic to pets, but spines can cause physical injury.