Espostoa lanata cactus Features
Color and Texture: It is densely covered with white hairs that are very fine, silky, and shiny.
Ribs and Thorns: There are 18 to 25 low, rounded ribs separated by linear grooves, about 5-8 mm high. Each areole contains 30 to 40 radial spines that can be up to 0.3 inches (0.8 cm) long and change color from reddish brown to gray with age.
Flowers: Open at night, funnel-shaped, generally white or purple, appearing from spring to early summer.
Espostoa lanata cactus Size：
- Morphology: Espostoa lanata is initially columnar, branching and tree-like with age, reaching heights of 1.5 to 7 meters.
Espostoa lanata cactus Special Care or Planting instructions
- Light
Espostoa lanata needs bright light, with more sun in the winter. As a desert plant, it grows well in full sun.
- Water
It needs plenty of water in the summer, but make sure the soil is completely dry between waterings. It needs to be dry in the winter.
- Soil
A well-drained, fertile soil with a pH between 6.1 and 7.8 is best.
- Temperature
It can tolerate low temperatures of 25°F (-3.9°C) to 50°F (+10°C).
- Fertilization
Apply a balanced cactus fertilizer once a month during the growing season (spring and summer).
- Propagation
It can be propagated by seeds or stem cuttings. When cutting, make sure the cutting is dry and forms a callus before planting in a well-drained medium.
- Pruning
Pruning is not usually required, but you can occasionally comb its fuzzy coat
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