Tephrocactus alexanderii - Rooted Bare Root Cactus, XL One Ball Segment
About This Plant
Tephrocactus alexanderii, commonly known as Alexander’s Cactus, is a rare Opuntia-type cactus characterized by thick, rounded joints. This listing features a rooted bare root Tephrocactus alexanderii with an extra-large single segment (one ball) form. The plant has a gray-green stem segment and is slow-growing and highly ornamental. It thrives in gritty, well-draining cactus mix with full sun to bright light and very light watering, allowing the soil to dry fully between waterings.
What You Will Receive
Rooted bare root Tephrocactus alexanderii cactus, offered as an XL rooted starter for collectors.
- Common Name: Tephrocactus / Alexander’s Cactus
- Scientific Name: Tephrocactus alexanderii
- Plant Form: Rooted bare root cactus
- Color: Gray-green stem segment
- Soil Type: Gritty, well-draining cactus mix
- Sunlight: Full sun to bright light
- Watering: Very light; dry fully between waterings
- USDA Zone: 9–11
- Growth Habit: Segmented, globular
- Propagation Method: Rooted segment
Live Plant Notice
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