Espostoa Lanata

Owned by Jennifer & Paige Simpson (@RoyalAlchemy).

See more collectors growing Espostoa Lanata.

Notes

Family: Cactaceae. This plant is covered in long, white hair-like spines that protect it from the sun in its natural habitat. Be careful as sharp spines are hidden beneath the white hair.

Details

Identity & Classification

Common Name
Peruvian Old Man Cactus

Growth & Physical Traits

Plant Type
Cactus, Houseplant, Succulent
Growing Medium
Cactus mix with gravel top dressing
Growth Habit
Upright / Erect, 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

Natural Habitat Location
Mexico

Collection Context

Quantity
1
Added Details
Family: Cactaceae. This plant is covered in long, white hair-like spines that protect it from the sun in its natural habitat. Be careful as sharp spines are hidden beneath the white hair.

collecto.rs

Close
Peruvian Old Man Cactus
Espostoa Lanata by RoyalAlchemy

Espostoa

Lanata

Common NamePeruvian Old Man Cactus

Growth & Physical Traits

Plant Type
Cactus, Houseplant, Succulent
Growth Habit
Upright / Erect, Cactus
Growing MediumCactus mix with gravel top dressing

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

Natural Habitat LocationMexico

Collection Context

Quantity
1

Added Details

Family: Cactaceae. This plant is covered in long, white hair-like spines that protect it from the sun in its natural habitat. Be careful as sharp spines are hidden beneath the white hair.