Thelocactus hexaedrophorus
CactaceaeThelocactus hexaedrophorus · a cactus of the Cactaceae family, a globular cactus with long central spines and pink flowers. 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.
About Thelocactus hexaedrophorus
Thelocactus hexaedrophorus, of the Cactaceae family, originates in Mexico and southern Texas and has spread to home cultivation thanks to its beauty and resilience. Its most distinctive feature is globose or low cylindrical body with prominent tubercles, a trait that makes it unmistakable even among advanced collectors.
Every specimen of Thelocactus hexaedrophorus from Succulentae is grown outdoors in our Almería nursery, exposed to desert sun and controlled mineral watering. It's the difference between a succulent grown under real sun and a greenhouse one — and it shows in shape, color and longevity.
Botanical fact sheet
| Scientific name | Thelocactus hexaedrophorus | |
| Family | Cactaceae | |
| Origin | Mexico and southern Texas | |
| Natural habitat | arid stony zones | |
| Adult size | 10-30 cm | |
| Flowering | large pink, magenta or white flowers at the top | |
| Propagation | seed | |
| Toxicity | non-toxic |
Did you know?
Its tubercles form a perfect hexagonal geometric pattern when seen from above, a natural expression of phyllotactic Fibonacci growth.
Luz
Full direct sun
Riego
Sparse; suspend in winter
Sustrato
Very free-draining mineral substrate, specific for cacti and succulents
Temperatura
Protect below 5 °C; tolerates 0 °C when dry
