Copiapoa cinerea 22ZZ

Copiapoa cinerea is a striking cactus species native to the coastal deserts of northern Chile. This cactus typically grows in a globular to short columnar form, reaching up to 30 cm in height and 20 cm in diameter. The skin is a distinctive grayish-blue, often covered with a dense layer of white wool that helps protect it from intense sunlight and conserves moisture. The spines are short, straight, and range from white to brown, evenly distributed around the areoles. In the summer, Copiapoa cinerea produces bright yellow flowers, creating a vivid contrast against its muted, woolly body.