Lophophora hybrid (cluster)

Description

Plant Type: Cactus
Common Name: Lophophora Hybrid Cluster
Origin (genus): Mexico
Growth Habit: Low, button-shaped heads forming a dense cluster

Description

This Lophophora hybrid forms multiple rounded, spineless heads growing tightly together from a single base. The soft blue-green to grey body has distinct ribs divided into rounded segments. Cluster specimens are slow to develop and highly valued by collectors for their mature, multi-headed form.

Flowers

• Small pink to pale white flowers from the crown
• Flowers in spring to summer when mature

Light Requirements

• Bright light with protection from harsh direct sun
• Ideal for bright indoor spots or shaded patios

Watering

• Very light watering
• Allow soil to dry out completely between watering
• Sensitive to overwatering

Soil

• Extra well-draining, mineral-rich cactus mix
• Excellent drainage essential

Temperature

• Prefers warm, dry conditions
• Protect from frost
• Ideal range: 18–32°C

Care Level

• Best for collectors and careful growers
• Extremely slow growing and long-lived