• Close-up of Melocactus glaucescens White Cephalium held in hand, highlighting the ribbed green stem with sharp spines and the dense white cephalium at the crown.
  • Top view of Melocactus glaucescens White Cephalium in a pot, showing its round green body with long dark spines and a distinctive woolly white cephalium on top.
  • Side view of Melocactus glaucescens White Cephalium in a brown plastic pot, displaying its spherical ribbed body with prominent spines and the pale cephalium at the top.
  • Close top view of Melocactus glaucescens White Cephalium, focusing on the woolly white cephalium with small reddish bristles contrasting with the green spined ribs.
  • Angled view of Melocactus glaucescens White Cephalium in a pot, showing the ribbed cactus body with radial spines and the compact cephalium forming at the apex.
  • Overhead view of Melocactus glaucescens White Cephalium, emphasizing the circular cephalium covered in fine white wool and bristles above the ribbed green body.
  • Side close-up of Melocactus glaucescens White Cephalium in a pot, highlighting the tall ribbed structure, curved spines, and cephalium beginning to develop on top.
  • Full side view of Melocactus glaucescens White Cephalium held in hand, showing its rounded green ribbed body with sharp spines and the pale cephalium at the apex.
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Melocactus glaucescens WHITE CEPHALIUM selected

Melocactus glaucescens WHITE CEPHALIUM selected

€85,00 EUR
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Product Description

The Melocactus glaucescens WHITE CEPHALIUM selected is a truly mesmerizing cactus, valued for its unique contrast between the cool green body and its pristine white cephalium. Its rounded, deeply ribbed shape gives it a sculptural appearance, while the powdery, glaucous-green surface adds a matte, almost bluish sheen. The most striking feature is the snow-white cephalium, a dense cap of wool and spines that crowns the plant in maturity, giving it an otherworldly beauty.

Collectors and enthusiasts seek out Melocactus glaucescens WHITE CEPHALIUM selected for its rarity and symmetrical elegance. Unlike other Melocactus forms, this selection produces an exceptionally pale, silvery-white cephalium that contrasts sharply with the cactus body. The cephalium continues to grow over time, forming a dramatic, fuzzy dome where tiny pink or red flowers emerge in summer. This rare cultivar transforms any pot or rocky setting into a minimalistic desert sculpture.

  • Grows compactly, perfect for containers or rock gardens.

  • Cephalium only forms once the plant matures.

  • Rare selection with a high visual impact.

  • Ideal for warm, dry climates or sunny windowsills.

  • Excellent choice for collectors of rare or architectural cacti.

Melocactus glaucescens WHITE CEPHALIUM selected thrives in minimalist settings and modern plant displays. Its glossy spines, clean lines, and high-contrast tones make it a conversation piece. Whether placed in a ceramic pot or grouped with other desert species, it never fails to impress.

Botanical family: Cactaceae

Botanical genus: Melocactus

Botanical species: Melocactus glaucescens

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Cultivation

Soil type: Use gritty, fast-draining cactus soil with added pumice or perlite.

Watering frequency: Water sparingly in warm months, allowing soil to fully dry. Keep dry in winter.

Light exposure: Needs full sun to partial shade. Indoors, place near a bright south-facing window.

Temperature requirements: Keep above 15°C (59°F) at all times. Avoid exposure below 10°C (50°F).

Fertilization: Apply diluted cactus fertilizer monthly during active growth (spring to late summer).

Pruning: Not required. Do not disturb the cephalium once it forms.

Common pests: Watch for mealybugs in the cephalium and around roots.

Other care: Do not repot often; Melocactus dislikes root disturbance. Only repot when rootbound.

Info and Disclaimers

Plant Height: 13cm

Plant Diameter: 13cm

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