Cacti are gaining a strong following from houseplant admirers, thanks to their unique spiny skin and attractive twisty shapes, which make them look like they were sculpted by mother nature personally to show how creative she could be! And, if you too want to grow them in your home, start with these 25 low-care and most popularindoor cactus plants.
Botanical Name: Opuntia microdasys
Hailing from Mexico, it displays two pads that look like a bunny’s ear. The plant is patterned with glochids or brown prickles and can grow up to 2-3 feet tall.
Botanical Name: Echinocactus grusonii
Also known as a golden ball or mother-in-law’s cushion, this classic, most sought after cactus features long, rigid spines that protect it.
Botanical Name: Gymnocalycium andreae
Its name implies ‘naked kalyx’ in Greek, which refers to the absence of spines or hairs on the flower buds. Some varieties grow in the shade, while others prefer sunlight.
Botanical Name: Astrophytum asteria
Also known as sand dollar cactus and sea urchin, it is distinguished by the round shape, which is sectioned into eight portions covered with white hair and dots.
Botanical Name: Aporocactus flagelliformis
The trailing stems of this cactus are ideal for hanging baskets as it grows fast and lengths up to 2-3 feet. The plant is quite hardy and tolerates a wide range of temperatures.
Botanical Name: Mammillaria hahniana
This cactus form clusters of 10-inch tall spherical or globe-shaped stems covered in fine white spines and hairs, with a halo of small pink or purple flowers blooming during spring.
Botanical Name: Astrophytum ornatum
Spherical ‘Bishop’s Cap’ looks striking in ceramic pots with its stiff spikes that cover ribbed spheres. It also has a frosty white coating that protects
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