Add sculptural beauty to your collection with the Pinecone Cactus, a unique segmented cactus that grows into a striking clump. Its gray-green pads, sometimes tinged with purple, resemble pinecones and create an eye-catching texture. In spring, enjoy bright white and yellow blooms that contrast beautifully with its muted tones.
Design: Segmented, pinecone-like pads with occasional purple tint
Size: Each pad ~4" wide; mature clump up to 2' tall × 4' wide
Display Style: Perfect for cactus gardens, succulent arrangements, or decorative pots
Origin: Native to South America; thrives in arid conditions
Light: Full sun for best growth and flowering
Water: Infrequent; allow soil to dry completely between waterings
Soil: Well-draining cactus mix
Propagation: Pads easily detach and root—great for sharing
Temperature: Prefers warm, dry climates; protect from frost
Safety: Handle with care—pads have tiny barbed glochids
✔ Unique pinecone-like segmented pads
✔ Showy white and yellow blooms in spring
✔ Easy to propagate and share
✔ Adds texture and interest to any cactus collection
✔ Low-maintenance and drought-tolerant
Note: Variations in pad shape and spine presence may occur. Keep in a pot to control spread.
Add sculptural beauty to your collection with the Pinecone Cactus, a unique segmented cactus that grows into a striking clump. Its gray-green pads, sometimes tinged with purple, resemble pinecones and create an eye-catching texture. In spring, enjoy bright white and yellow blooms that contrast beautifully with its muted tones.
Design: Segmented, pinecone-like pads with occasional purple tint
Size: Each pad ~4" wide; mature clump up to 2' tall × 4' wide
Display Style: Perfect for cactus gardens, succulent arrangements, or decorative pots
Origin: Native to South America; thrives in arid conditions
Light: Full sun for best growth and flowering
Water: Infrequent; allow soil to dry completely between waterings
Soil: Well-draining cactus mix
Propagation: Pads easily detach and root—great for sharing
Temperature: Prefers warm, dry climates; protect from frost
Safety: Handle with care—pads have tiny barbed glochids
✔ Unique pinecone-like segmented pads
✔ Showy white and yellow blooms in spring
✔ Easy to propagate and share
✔ Adds texture and interest to any cactus collection
✔ Low-maintenance and drought-tolerant
Note: Variations in pad shape and spine presence may occur. Keep in a pot to control spread.
