Opuntia Basilaris, Beavertail Cactus, Beavertail Pricklypear, or Nopal Del Castor, is a low-spreading cactus found in the USA (mostly Mojave) and northwest Mexico. This bushy shrub has flat pads that look like beaver tails, and are covered with tiny spines. In addition to Mojave and northwest Mexico, you can also find Beavertail Cactus in Arizona, …
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Star Cactus, also known As Sand Dollar Cactus, Sea Urchin Cactus, and star peyote, is a small and round succulent native to Mexico and some parts of Texas. Scientifically named Astrophytum Asteria, the spineless Star Cactus has a growing popularity among gardeners around the world. Although its popularity does not promise easy care, you can …
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Most of the exotic and beautiful cacti that we know originate in Mexico, but Parodia Magnifica comes from southern Brazil. Parodia Magnifica common names include Ball Cactus, Green or Blue Ball Cactus, and Balloon Cactus. According to the IUCN Red List, this flowering round cactus is considered endangered species. So by getting and growing a …
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An Epithelantha Micromeris “Button Cactus” is a plant that can complement a succulent collection as perfectly as your windows or your workstation. This cute cactus resembles a small ball covered with white-grey radial spines. Sometimes these spines are so dense, that it can make you think that it is just a ball of grey spines. …
The world of succulents always has something to amaze us. Among all the exotic cacti, the brain cactus is another specimen that captures the eye. Botanically called stenocactus multicostatus, the globular and wrinkled shape of this low-growing complements any garden or decoration indoors; and as you would imagine, it is a low-maintenance cactus. Brain cactus …
Looking for another exotic cactus to add to your collection? We recommend the smooth-skinned totem pole cactus. Some may believe that there are more charming options to grow. But a true succulent aficionado can see the beauty of the marvelous totem pole cactus instantly. If you are looking forward to growing your own totem pole, …
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Resembling an old and shaggy old man, Cephalocereus senilis, aka old man cactus, is sure to bring a lot of character to your succulent collection. Also known as Old Man of the Andes cactus, hairy old man cactus, and Bearded cactus, this odd plant comes from Guanajuato and Hidalgo in Mexico. Old man cactus has …
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There are many cacti with whimsical shapes, and the rat tail cactus is another one. When looking at this plant, its long and trailing stems will make think of a rat tail that can grow up to 4 feet. Scientifically called Aporocactus flagelliformis, this plant is from Mexico and some parts of Central America. The …
Astrophytum myriostigma is one of those cacti that no succulent can resist buying. Even if we forget about its lovely flower, this star-shaped cacti offers a beautiful combination of beautiful and hardy. This decorative plant is also known as bishop’s cap cactus, bishop’s hat, bishop’s hood, bishop’s miter cactus, or simply star cacti. This plant …
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Although opuntia microdasys is not as fuzzy as its other names may suggest (such as bunny ears cactus), it is definitely a gorgeous succulent with the same minimum care requirements as other cacti. Also known as angel’s wings, bunny ears cactus, and bunny cactus, and polka dot cactus, this easy-to-grow plant can grow in any …
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