Copiapoa serpentisulcata X tenuissima 7417

Copiapoa serpentisulcata x Copiapoa tenuissima is a hybrid cactus combining traits from two striking Copiapoa species. This small to medium-sized cactus forms clumps of globular to cylindrical stems. The stems have deep, wavy ribs and prominent tubercles, a characteristic inherited from Copiapoa serpentisulcata. The surface is a pale green to bluish-green, sometimes with a slightly glaucous coating. The areoles have short, dense spines that are typically black or dark brown. This hybrid produces small, yellow flowers that emerge from the crown of the stems. It thrives in well-draining, sandy or rocky soils and prefers full sun to partial shade.