Melocactus Bahiensis

Melocactus bahiensis Common Name: Turks Cap Melocactus bahiensis is a Brazilian species with a symmetrical, melon-shaped body, broad ribs, and stout spines. With age, it develops a woolly cephalium that produces small pink flowers. Its classic form makes it one of the best-known and most recognizable species in the genus. ☀ Light: Bright light to full sun 💧 Water: Water when soil is completely dry 🌡 Cold: Protect below 50°F ✨ Highlights Symmetrical melon-shaped body Broad, well-defined ribs Develops a woolly cephalium with age Native to Brazil This cactus will ship bare root and will be ready to place directly in a well draining soil mix like our Custom Cactus Mix. Photos in the listings unless otherwise specified are representative of the plant that will be sent to you. However, Plants grow differently and each plant may vary slightly in shape, size, growth pattern, etc. Of course, if you receive a plant that you are dissatisfied with please reach out to us. We want to make it right! If temperatures near you are below 45℉ we highly recommend adding a Heat Pack to your order. If temperatures where you live will be much lower than 20℉ even heat packs may not work. You may consider waiting until things warm up a bit. We know you love your plants just like we do and we wouldn't want any of them to freeze.