About

Notocactus gracispinus is a ribbed, spherical cactus with fine, graceful spines and funnel-shaped, yellow or red flowers near the apex. A rewarding and easy-care cactus for a sunny greenhouse bench or windowsill.

About the genus

Notocactus are spherical or cylindrical, ribbed cacti with short spines and funnel-shaped, typically yellow or red flowers near the apex. Popular and easy-care cacti for a sunny greenhouse bench or windowsill.

Plant details

Suggested usesContainers, rock gardens, dry gardens.

Care notes

CultivationPlant in gritty compost. Full sun.
PruningMinimal pruning. Remove dead leaves.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.