Copiapoa solaris (Blanco Encalada, CHILE) SEEDS

A striking rarity of the Atacama Desert, Copiapoa solaris is a marvel of botanical adaptation, sculpted by one of the driest environments on Earth. This stunning cactus forms solitary or slightly clumping hemispherical bodies that reach up to 25 cm in diameter, cloaked in a dense array of woolly areoles and prominent golden to coppery spines that radiate like solar flares—hence its evocative name. The epidermis is a rich, dark green to greyish hue, often dusted with a natural, waxy bloom that protects it from intense sunlight and UV radiation. In summer, Copiapoa solaris produces modest yet beautiful yellow flowers nestled among its crown, contrasting vividly with its armored body. Extremely slow-growing and extremely rare in cultivation, it is one of the most coveted Copiapoa species by collectors for its distinctive coloration, solitary growth habit, and desert-forged silhouette. Endemic to northern Chile, it symbolizes the extremities of xerophytic life and the sheer artistry of natural selection.

IMPORTANT: Picture show mother plant not for sale, the offer is for seeds,