About
Neobuxbaumia are tall, columnar cacti from Mexico producing stout, heavily ribbed, green stems armed with clusters of spines and, on mature specimens, funnel-shaped flowers near the apex. Architectural cacti for a warm, sunny heated greenhouse or frost-free garden.
About the genus
Neobuxbaumia are tall, columnar cacti from Mexico with stout, ribbed stems and clusters of spines. Architectural cacti for warm, sunny heated greenhouses and frost-free gardens.
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.