USDA: 9b-11
Frost Tolerance: 25°F (-4°C), or possibly colder
Sun Exposure: Light shade to full sun
Origin: Southern Brazil (Rio Grand do Sul)
Growth Habits: Up to 2 feet tall (60 cm), 5 inches in diameter (12 cm)
Watering Needs: Moderate water during the growing season, keep the plant dry in winter
Propagation: Seeds
This cactus is named for Guillermo Leninghaus a Brazilian collector.
The Golden Ball Cactus branches and become columnar as it ages. It blooms only when mature, but the yellow blossom in summer is worth the wait.
Blooming Habits:
The golden ball cactus has 2 inches in diameter pure yellow flowers
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