Melocactus matanzanus with cephalium – Turk’s Cap - Quadruple Head
 
LARGE, mature specimen.  6" tall x 5" wide.
After flowering, fruits shaped like peppers appear and attract birds.
Showcased here in one-of-a-kind handmade pottery (sold separately).
Roots as shown.
Will be shipped bare root..  
 
LIGHT – Full sun
 
WATER – Water thoroughly when completely dry
 
SOIL – Sandy well draining soil
 
COLD TOLERANCE - Zones 10a - 11b.   
 
DORMANCY - Winter
 
SIZE - up to 3 feet tall x 1 foot wide (moderate grower)
 
FLOWERS – Pink/red flowers
 
PROPAGATION – Seed
 
TOXICITY – Not known to be toxic to humans or pets