Old Man of Andes. An appropriately named cactus with yellow spines turning red with age and covered with woolly hairs. Max Height 80cm. Max Spread 35cm. Flowers June to July. Full sun and Bright room with some direct sunlight. Min temp 50°F / 10°C.
Oreocereus celsianus
An appropriately named cactus with yellow spines turning red with age and covered with woolly hairs
Additional information
| Generic | Oreocereus |
|---|---|
| Species | celsianus |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Old Man of Andes |
| Flower Colour | pink |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Full sun, Bright room with some direct sunlight |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 80cm |
| Family | Cactaceae |
| Spread | 35cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Clump-forming, Erect |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | June, July |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Min temp 50°F / 10°C |
| Planting | |
| Care | Allow compost to dry out between waterings, Water sparingly in winter, Water with tepid water, Mist regularly |
| Border | Houseplant, Conservatory plant |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | Mealy bugs, Slugs and snails |
| Maintenance | Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost, Place outdoors in the summer |
| Propagation | Stem cuttings, Seed |
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