Tephrocactus aoracanthus

Tephrocactus aoracanthus is one of the most hazardous species with fierce, wonderful spines. It grow on high-plains in different environments both in open areas and under shrubs. This cactus has great ability to adapt to different conditions of both photosynthetically active radiation and temperature. It is easy to grow. It grow on high-plains in different environments both in open areas and under shrubs.


Frost tolerance: hardy to -9°C/ 16 F
Minimum avg. temperature:
Sun exposure: Full sun
Origin: Argentina, San Juan
Growth habits: Main growing period is spring. Plants erect can be 30-100 cm high and 1-3 metres in diameter
Watering needs: Active watering in the growing season which is spring and summer( rot sensitive), Keep try in winter

Some of the information in this description has been found at desert-tropicals.com, llifle.com and cactus-art.biz