Turk's Cap Cactus


Scientific Name: Melocactus azureus Buining & Brederoo
Family: Cactaceae
Turk's Cap Cactus(Melocactus azureus)
Melocactus azureus at Kuentz Nursery in early June

Origin: Brazil (Bahia)

Growth Habits: Solitary, up to 8 inches tall (20 cm), 6 inches in diameter (15 cm)

Propagation: Seeds

Turk's Cap Cactus(Melocactus azureus)

This Melocactus has a very strong blue color, 9 or 10 sharp ribs. The cephalium is mostly white.

Blooming Habits:
Red to pink flowers


 

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