About
A slow-growing cactus to 20cm tall, with a grey-green stem bearing pronounced ribs. A single central spine and a number of radial spines arise from each areole. Mature plants may produce funnel-shaped, cream-coloured flowers around the crown of the stem in spring.
About the genus
Eriosyce are a genus of globose or cylindrical cacti that are native to Chile. They have dense spines and pink or yellow funnel-shaped flowers
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeLoam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH1C
Plant details
Plant typeCactus Succulent, Houseplants
HabitColumnar upright
FoliageEvergreen
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0-0.1 metre
Time to full height10-20 years
Suggested usesHouseplants
Native toChile
Care notes
CultivationGrow in standard cactus compost in full sun with good ventilation. Water moderately when in growth and apply a specialist liquid cacti feed monthly; keep almost completely dry at other times. See houseplant cacti and succulent cultivation for further information
PruningNo pruining required
PropagationPropagate by seed
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to mealybugs
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to stem rot in wet conditions