WebDescription: Espostoa guentheri (syn: Vatricania guentheri) is a shrubby columnar cactus with attractive golden-spined stems that exhibit varying densities of fox-red lateral cephalia; that is, beds of woolly hairs grown on the sides of …
WebEspostoa is a genus of columnar cacti, comprising 16 species known from the Andes of southern Ecuador and Peru. It usually lives at an altitude of between 800m and 2500m. Its fruit is edible, sweet, and juicy. The genus is named after Nicolas E. Esposto, a renowned botanist from Lima. Espostoa melanostele subsp. nana
WebThe standard Espostoa guentheri (Vatricania) is a shrubby columnar cactus with attractive golden-spined stems that exhibit varying densities of lateral cephalia; that is, beds of woolly hairs grow on the sides of the branches from which comes flowers and fruits. It grows in habitat to about 2 m high and will branch in age from the base.
WebFull Sun Sun to Partial Shade Foliage: Foliage Color: Unknown - Tell us Height: 24-36 in. (60-90 cm) 36-48 in. (90-120 cm) 4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m) 6-8 ft. (1.8-2.4 m) Spacing: 18-24 in. (45-60 cm) 24-36 in. (60-90 cm) 36-48 in. (90-120 cm) Hardiness: USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F) USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F) USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)
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Woolly cactus Care (Watering, Fertilize, Pruning, Propagation
WebThe woolly cactus (Espostoa guentheri) may look friendly and fuzzy, but be warned! The wooly spines are tiny, hair-like, and will embed themselves into the skin almost irreversibly. These cacti live for an incredibly long time, and sometimes wait to …
WebEspostoa guentheri Common Name(s): Synonym(s): Cephalocereus guentheri, Vatricania guentheri: To view publication details for this taxon and related synonyms Click Here. To view a chart comparing alternate taxonomy Click Here.
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How to Grow and Care for Espostoa - World of Succulents
WebApr 25, 2023 · How to Grow and Care for Espostoa. Espostoa is a genus of 16 species of cacti known from the Andes of southern Ecuador and Peru. They usually grow from 2625 to 8200 feet (800 to 2500 m) above sea level. The generic name honors Nicolas E. Esposto, a renowned botanist from Lima.
WebThe Espostoa guentheri has a brownish lateral cephalium, with reddish-brown bristles and hairs, up to 2.5 inch thick (6.2 cm). The yellowish flowers come in early summer and measure 1.2 inches in diameter (3 cm). search desert - tropicals.com Web
WebEspostoa guentheri Common Name: Cola de Zorro Origin: Bolivia Description: Vertical columns, whitish to yellow spines, to 8ft tall. When mature will form a reddish cephalium with cream colored flowers. Characteristics: Temperature: Hardy to 25F Full Sun Ultra Soil Blend Low Water Other Images:
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Espostoa guentheri f. crestata - Giromagi Cactus and Succulents
WebDescription: E. guentheri is a rare cactus belonging to the Cactaceae botanical family. The plant has an erect habit, branches from the base in age and can reach up to 2 m in height. The stem is columnar, deep green, arranged in 27 ribs, completely hidden by long spines.
