Melocactus Conoideus

Melocactus conoideus Common Name: Turks Cap, Cone Melon Cactus Melocactus conoideus is a rare Brazilian species with a distinctive cone-shaped body that sets it apart from most other Melocactus. With age, it develops a woolly cephalium that produces small pink flowers. Its unusual shape makes it one of the 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 Distinctive cone-shaped body Develops a woolly cephalium with age Small pink flowers 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 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.