Cacti - Espostoa Old Man Cactus #63
The Espostoa 'Old Man' Cactus, scientifically known as Espostoa lanata, is a captivating and iconic columnar cactus native to the high Andes Mountains of South America. It is instantly recognizable for its dense covering of long, white, hair-like spines, reminiscent of an old man's flowing beard.
Appearance:
Shape & Size: The Old Man Cactus typically grows as a solitary column, but it may occasionally branch at the base. It can reach impressive heights of up to 20 feet (6 meters) in its natural habitat, though it usually stays smaller in cultivation.
Spines: The stems are densely covered with long, white, hair-like spines that provide protection from the harsh Andean sun and cold nights.
Flowers: In maturity, it may produce stunning, nocturnal, white or pink flowers that emerge from the wooly cephalium (a dense growth of hair and bristles) at the top of the stems, creating a beautiful contrast against the white spines.
Growth Habits and Care:
Sunlight: Enjoys full sun to partial shade. The density of its hairy covering will increase with more sunlight exposure.
Soil: Requires well-draining soil, such as a cactus or succulent mix.
Watering: Water moderately during the growing season (spring and summer), allowing the soil to dry out completely between waterings.
Additional Information:
Espostoa lanata is a relatively slow-growing cactus, making it a great choice for containers or conservatories.
Its unique appearance and ability to tolerate cooler temperatures set it apart from many other cacti.
This Plant comes in a 210mm diameter container and the plant you see is the plant you get. The plant will be shipped bare rooted.
Please note — NT, TAS, WA customers: please contact us before placing your order due to additional quarantine charges associated with these locations. View Shipping options
The Espostoa 'Old Man' Cactus, scientifically known as Espostoa lanata, is a captivating and iconic columnar cactus native to the high Andes Mountains of South America. It is instantly recognizable for its dense covering of long, white, hair-like spines, reminiscent of an old man's flowing beard.
Appearance:
Shape & Size: The Old Man Cactus typically grows as a solitary column, but it may occasionally branch at the base. It can reach impressive heights of up to 20 feet (6 meters) in its natural habitat, though it usually stays smaller in cultivation.
Spines: The stems are densely covered with long, white, hair-like spines that provide protection from the harsh Andean sun and cold nights.
Flowers: In maturity, it may produce stunning, nocturnal, white or pink flowers that emerge from the wooly cephalium (a dense growth of hair and bristles) at the top of the stems, creating a beautiful contrast against the white spines.
Growth Habits and Care:
Sunlight: Enjoys full sun to partial shade. The density of its hairy covering will increase with more sunlight exposure.
Soil: Requires well-draining soil, such as a cactus or succulent mix.
Watering: Water moderately during the growing season (spring and summer), allowing the soil to dry out completely between waterings.
Additional Information:
Espostoa lanata is a relatively slow-growing cactus, making it a great choice for containers or conservatories.
Its unique appearance and ability to tolerate cooler temperatures set it apart from many other cacti.
This Plant comes in a 210mm diameter container and the plant you see is the plant you get. The plant will be shipped bare rooted.
Please note — NT, TAS, WA customers: please contact us before placing your order due to additional quarantine charges associated with these locations. View Shipping options
The Espostoa 'Old Man' Cactus, scientifically known as Espostoa lanata, is a captivating and iconic columnar cactus native to the high Andes Mountains of South America. It is instantly recognizable for its dense covering of long, white, hair-like spines, reminiscent of an old man's flowing beard.
Appearance:
Shape & Size: The Old Man Cactus typically grows as a solitary column, but it may occasionally branch at the base. It can reach impressive heights of up to 20 feet (6 meters) in its natural habitat, though it usually stays smaller in cultivation.
Spines: The stems are densely covered with long, white, hair-like spines that provide protection from the harsh Andean sun and cold nights.
Flowers: In maturity, it may produce stunning, nocturnal, white or pink flowers that emerge from the wooly cephalium (a dense growth of hair and bristles) at the top of the stems, creating a beautiful contrast against the white spines.
Growth Habits and Care:
Sunlight: Enjoys full sun to partial shade. The density of its hairy covering will increase with more sunlight exposure.
Soil: Requires well-draining soil, such as a cactus or succulent mix.
Watering: Water moderately during the growing season (spring and summer), allowing the soil to dry out completely between waterings.
Additional Information:
Espostoa lanata is a relatively slow-growing cactus, making it a great choice for containers or conservatories.
Its unique appearance and ability to tolerate cooler temperatures set it apart from many other cacti.
This Plant comes in a 210mm diameter container and the plant you see is the plant you get. The plant will be shipped bare rooted.
Please note — NT, TAS, WA customers: please contact us before placing your order due to additional quarantine charges associated with these locations. View Shipping options
