Eriosyce senilis Price range: 9,90 € through 12,08 €Select options
Cactus · SUCCCTER
Eriosyce senilis
Cactaceae
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Eriosyce senilis · a cactus of the Cactaceae family, a globular cactus with curved spines and spring blooms. Grown in our nursery in the Almería desert in full sun, with minimal watering and 100% mineral soil—the specimen in the photo is the one you will receive.
Price range: 9,90 € through 12,08 €
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About Eriosyce senilis
Known in botany as Eriosyce senilis, this cactus belongs to the Cactaceae family and comes from Chile and Peru. Its most distinctive feature is globose body with characteristic curved spines, a trait that makes it unmistakable even among advanced collectors.
Every specimen of Eriosyce senilis from Succulentae is grown outdoors in our Almería nursery, exposed to desert sun and controlled mineral watering. The result: more compact, better colored and more resilient plants than those grown in artificial greenhouses.
Botanical fact sheet
| Scientific name | Eriosyce senilis | |
| Family | Cactaceae | |
| Origin | Chile and Peru | |
| Natural habitat | semi-arid coasts and Andean mountains | |
| Adult size | 5-30 cm | |
| Flowering | pink or yellow flowers at the top | |
| Propagation | seed | |
| Toxicity | non-toxic |
Did you know?
Many Eriosyces grow on almost pure mineral soils on Chilean coastal cliffs, where only the marine fog provides them with moisture for months.
Light
Full sun — at least 6 hours of direct light. South-facing window or sunny outdoors.
Water
Water when the substrate is completely dry. In summer every 1-2 weeks, let it rest in winter (every 3-4 weeks or less).
Substrate
Mineral substrate with high drainage: pumice, akadama and a little peat. We ship it ready in its substrate — no repotting needed for 12-18 months.
Temperature
Ideal between 18 and 28 °C. Tolerates down to 5 °C in winter if the substrate is dry. Protect from frost.
Botanical fact sheet
Botanical name
Eriosyce senilis
Genus · species
Eriosyce · senilis
Family
Cactaceae
Origin
Americas (Mexico, Bolivia, Peru)
Natural habitat
Deserts and semi-arid regions
Growth rate
Slow — 2 to 4 cm per year
Lifespan
15-30 years with proper care
Flowering
Spring-summer · diurnal flowers
Propagation
Cutting, offset or seed
Toxicity
Non-toxic to pets
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