Arrojadoa rhodantha ssp. aureispina

Columnar cactus with apical clusters of succulent purple-pink flowers and segmented growth with heavily ringed spines. Cold tender.
height 1–3ft
width 1–2ft
tolerates Drought, Pots, Rooftops
water
needs
Low – Moderate
water
info
Being a tropical cactus this plant wants water every week or two during summer months, when it’s actively growing.
hardy
to
50F
exposure Part Shade – Full Sun
indoor
outdoor
Outdoor
drainage In Ground: Cactus Mix, In Pots: Cactus Mix, Tolerates Sandy Soil
origin Brazil

Outdoor Exposure Guide

OUTDOOR EXPOSURE GUIDE

Full Sun
Six or more hours of sun beams directly landing on the plant's leaves.

Part Shade
Three to five hours of sun beams directly landing on the plant's leaves.

Part Sun
One to two hours of sun beams directly landing on the plants leaves.

Full Shade
The plant is never fully lit by sun beams, but is in a bright spot or has dappled sunbeams playing over the leaves throughout the day.

Deep Shade
The plant never has dappled light on the leaves, and is in a place that feels dim, even on a nice sunny day.

Growing Notes

Reputably doesn’t appreciate transplanting, which sets back the plant.

Special Interest

Hard to root and usually grown from seed.