

Cephalocereus
Botanical name: Cephalocereus
Cephalocereus
Botanical name: Cephalocereus


Description

Cephalocereus are a large genus containing over a hundred species of cacti, all of which are native to the Americas. Many of these cacti are grown ornamentally. Like most cacti, these are arid-climate specialists that are characterized by their thick water-conserving stems and protective outer layer of hairs.


Species of Cephalocereus


Old man cactus
Old man cactus (Cephalocereus senilis) is a cactus native to eastern Mexico. Old man cactus is widely cultivated in gardens and as a houseplant, resulting in dwindling numbers of old man cactus that grow in the wild. This species is popular due to its woolly appearance. Old man cactus grows best in well-drained soil and bright sunlight, which cause the hairlike fibers to grow.

Cephalocereus apicicephalium
Cephalocereus apicicephalium are a large genus containing over a hundred species of cacti, all of which are native to the Americas. Many of these cacti are grown ornamentally. Like most cacti, these are arid-climate specialists that are characterized by their thick water-conserving stems and protective outer layer of hairs.

Care Guide for Cephalocereus





Scientific Classification

Phylum
Vascular plants Class
Dicotyledons Order
Pinks, cacti, and allies Family
Cactuses Genus
Cephalocereus