About
Neobesseya missouriensis is a spherical to slightly cylindrical cactus from the Great Plains of North America producing tuberculate ribs with clusters of spines and small, greenish-yellow or pink flowers in spring. A rewarding cactus for a sunny greenhouse bench.
About the genus
Neobesseya are small, spherical to cylindrical cacti from the Great Plains of North America with tuberculate stems, clusters of spines and small flowers in spring. Grown on sunny greenhouse benches.
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.