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Espostoa lanata

Espostoa lanata
£20.00 GBP
£20.00 GBP
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Meet Espostoa lanata—the woolly column cactus with soft white drama. Her upright column is wrapped in white woolly growth, giving a beautiful snowy texture while still being a true spined cactus underneath. Slow, sculptural and full of character, she is a brilliant choice for adding something special to a collector’s plant shelf.

  • The Formal Name: Espostoa lanata
  • The Nickname: Peruvian Old Man Cactus
  • Roots: A South American columnar cactus native from Ecuador to Peru.
  • Natural Vibe: Bright dry mountain-valley cactus conditions with warmth, drainage and protection from winter wet.

Care Guide
  • Care Guide:
  • Sunlight: Give as much bright light as possible, with gentle direct sun introduced gradually.
  • Best Room: A sunny windowsill, bright shelf or dry greenhouse-style spot suits her best.
  • Snacks: Feed very lightly in spring and summer with cactus fertiliser, and do not overfeed collector specimens.
  • Tropical Feels: Dry normal household air is fine; airflow matters more than humidity.
  • Cosy Factor: Keep frost-free and avoid cold wet roots, especially through darker months.
  • Thirst: Water thoroughly in active growth, then let the mix dry right through before watering again.
  • Safety First: Handle with care – best kept away from pets, children and busy edges because of spines, fragile bodies or specialist care needs.
  • The Bedding: Use a gritty mineral cactus mix with excellent drainage and very little water-holding compost.
  • Family Tree: Propagation is specialist and usually by offsets, cuttings or seed depending on the plant.
  • Space Needs: Give spines and woolly growth room so they are not bruised or rubbed by neighbouring plants.
  • Speed: Slow and steady, especially indoors and in small pots.
  • Uninvited Guests: Watch for mealybug tucked around ribs, wool, offsets and the soil line.
  • Moving Day: Repot infrequently and only into a dry, free-draining mix, taking care around roots and spines.
  • Haircut: No normal pruning needed; remove only dead material or damaged offsets.
  • Fresh Air: A specialist dryland plant for bright displays, collectors and slow-growing character.
  • Plant Lore: The woolly covering helps shade and protect the stem in harsh dry habitats.
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