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The var. multicostata represents a local form of Uebelmannia pectinifera distinguished by its higher rib count. While typical U. pectinifera develops 15-18 ribs, this variety consistently produces 20 or more.
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Questa varietà si distingue per il maggior numero di costolature (20 o più), contro le 15-18 della forma tipica. As the plant matures, it takes on a greyish-purple coloration. Absolutely stunning!
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Solitary globose cactus with pale green skin and gracefully undulating ribs. Distinguished by sulphur-yellow central spines (one towering to 5cm) and 7-8 yellowish-white radials. Flowers yellow or ethereal pinkish-white.
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Ash-grey globular segments with broad areoles covered in orange bristles. The long, translucent-white spines flatten into papery blades, resembling frozen lace. Nature's perfect marriage of fiery bristles and icy-looking armament..
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Solitary flattened stem with a depressed woolly apex (spine-free). The backward-curving, interlacing spines (up to 2.5cm) are greyish or brownish with dark tips. Produces white or pale pink blooms.
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(Syn: Horridocactus limariensis) – A robust, slow-growing cactus with bronze-green to dusky purple stems wrapped in thick gray-beige to near-black spine, that create dramatic contrast against the body.
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"SAZNAMI" is one of the finest Japanese clones. Its ribs bear many raised, wavy ridges, each crowned with an almost unbroken line of white felt. Proliferation of shoots along the ribs creates a lush, dramatic form, making it a standout specimen.
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A small, low-growing cactus with thick, turnip-like roots. The stem is depressed and ranges from olive-green to tan. It produces abundant wool at the apex and, while sometimes solitary, usually forms clusters at the base.
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Pilosocereus chrysostele ("Golden Torch Cactus") is a Brazilian columnar species with branched, erect stems in gray-green/blue hues, densely covered in whitish woolly bristles and golden spines. Grows tall
and produces large nocturnal flowers.
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A relative of the prickly pear, this upright, geometric cactus has flat, dark green pads arranged in an orderly, almost two-dimensional form. It features inconspicuous spines and a sleek, sculptural appearance.
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A controlled hybrid between Copiapoa cinerea and Copiapoa columna-alba (forma a spine chiare), two of the most iconic species in the genus. Both are known for their chalky white coating that develops on mature stems. The result is an exceptional plant.
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‘Snowy Peter’ is an Astrophytum hybrid derived from A. myriostigma and A. ornatum. Its defining feature is the symmetrical proliferation of lateral shoots from the areoles—a trait not found in either parent.
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‘Brown Star’ is an hybrid bred from A. asterias and A. myriostigma. It displays striking dark epidermis, ranging from brown to nearly black. Color intensity varies with light and season: brownish-green in winter, deep brown to black in summer.
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Derived from complex crosses involving A. myriostigma and various other forms, this cultivar features tightly packed woolly dots arranged in distinct vertical bands in a unique exceptional surface design.
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A unique cactus with large white flowers. Var. steineri stands out for its golden, translucent, curved and flexible spines, arranged in fan-like clusters or intricate tangles. Compared to the typical form, it captivates with the beauty of its spine.
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Una Cintia dai colori pastello! Tubercoli a forma di fagiolo color oliva chiaro che degrada dolcemente in toni pesca e ambrati verso la base. L’effetto cromatico risulta delicato e unico, con variegature stabili e non reversibili.
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Native to Uruguay, this globose-flattened cactus features, spider-like spines that vary in shape and length. But its real wonder lies in the brilliant yellow flowers.
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Dull green heads with with strong, curved spines! It rewards patience with lovely peach blossoms. A germination challenge: sow its dust-like seeds in a sealed jar and keep humid for a full year. The wait is absolutely worth it for the result!
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A newly described and rare species, Parodia juckerii displays golden-yellow to ochre spines, with one elongated central spine giving it a distinctive look. Its small size and vivid coloration make it a sought-after gem in specialist collections.
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A beautiful plant with dark green stem, few thick, curved spines, and short red flowers. Its simple yet bold structure and vivid blooms create a strong visual impact.
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Selected seedlings of Echinocereus with bodies variegated in yellow, white, or pink (various species and hybrids). Each plant is unique, with different percentages of variegation and color. All are interesting and special specimens.
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Rounded body with white radial spines and stouter, dark central spines. It produces vivid carmine red flowers. In its natural habitat, it grows in association with Mammillaria kraehenbuehlii, sharing the same arid, rocky environment.
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An explosion of color! Sturdy, distinctly bicolored spines (white and red) arranged symmetrically. Large flowers in silky pink with intense red throat, extremely showy.
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Plant with pale green epidermis. Tubercles are flattened, four-angled (diamond-shaped), broad and stumpy. Bears 1–3 spines per areole, one notably longer. Flowers are white.
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One of the most vigorous and earliest-flowering cacti. It blooms abundantly at a young age, producing flowers mostly in bright orange or red tones. Its precocious and prolific flowering makes it ideal for growers seeking quick, colorful results.
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Globular when young, later branching; skin green to bronze-purple. Ribs divided into large elliptical tubercles. Areoles broad, covered in light brown felt. Radial spines golden-brown. Flowers yellow, golden-yellow, or orange.
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Plants grown from seed and entirely on their own roots, never grafted, selected for pronounced yellow stem variegation. They produce purplish flowers, confirming the species’ typical tendency toward early blooming, even at a young stage.
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A remarkably beautiful cactus, Toumeya papyracantha is seldom encountered in horticulture. Due to challenges in self-rooted cultivation, it is typically grafted onto cold-hardy Echinocereus.
It can withstand freezing temperatures down to -12°C or below.
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Grows in low, spreading mats of small stems bearing long tubercles and fine, long spines that envelop the plant like woven threads, resembling a bird’s nest. he "albescens" form has white-cream spines and flowers.
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Flowers from pink to soft violet and comb-shaped pink-beige spines. Each plant gifts up to 5 buds in spring, creating a magical display.
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Soft, white, silky spines and closely packed light green tubercles. It blooms generously with striking vermilion flowers that contrast vividly against the pale body.
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The extremely elongated areoles, bearing short, pure white spines, give this plant a truly distinctive appearance, making it instantly recognizable. Its unique and characteristic structure makes it a rare cactus, prized for its unusual look.
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Monstrous and soft! Spineless, with white woolly areoles arranged in perfect symmetry on the green body. Over time it branches, forming small clusters.
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This is the beautiful crested form of Notocactus scopa f. inermis — monstrous and soft to the touch. Nearly spineless, it bears white woolly areoles arranged in perfect symmetry along its green stem.
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Rara varietà con corpi compatti. Durante la stagione vegetativa, produce alternativamente spine centrali corte e lunghe, di colore rossiccio con toni grigio-violetti. Questa alternanza annuale crea un caratteristico motivo ad anelli sovrapposti.
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Ball-shaped cactus with wavy-margined ribs. White areoles bear 5–12 spines, the upper one flattened and wide, reddish-brown. Spring-blooming with pale yellow to pink flowers, each petal featuring a purplish-red stripe.
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Abundant green flowers bloom near the base. The spines show a wide range of colors, from pale to reddish, frequently ending in darker tips that create striking horizontal bands across the plant.
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A magnificent golden variant featuring a vibrant lemon to yellow-green stem that stands out dramatically against its delicate, snow-white spines. Radiant and sophisticated in appearance.
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Stunning cultivar with large white, spineless areoles that create a striking contrast against the yellow-and-green variegated body. The visual effect is elegant and eye-catching, enhanced by the soft woolly texture and vibrant color patterning.
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Stunning variegated specimens displaying vivid bright yellow and pale green hues. Carefully chosen from many green seedlings due to their rare color mutation. Once-in-a-while opportunity, as similar plants may not be available anytime soon.
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Tiny small cactus with feather-like spines arranged helicoidally. Flowers are white with striking
magenta-striped petals—a delicate and beautiful contrast.
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Gymnocalycium robustum (as the name suggests) is a strong, rugged cactus species with thick ribs and rounded podaria (tubercles). It bears few short spines, mostly pointing downward, and develops thick floral tubes and fleshy fruits.
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Found on grassy, rocky slopes, this cactus has a dark green body with pronounced tubercles and an a slightly sunken apex. The spines are white and brown, with longer central ones. It blooms with striking carmine-red flowers.
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A stunning crested form, with fan-shaped stems that grow layered one above the other, gradually forming unique and ever-changing sculptural shapes.
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A stunning cactus with long, twisted spines in cream, amber, or brown tones. Fresh central spines are a brilliant fiery red, creating a beautiful contrast. The flowers, in rich dark magenta, rank among the most beautiful in the genus.
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Beautiful clumping form with soft, low flat stems that tend to produce offsets over time. It displays tightly packed, cream spines with yellow
bases, radiating from each areole—short, pubescent. Elegant and unique.
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Compact and rounded, this bluish-grey cactus features broad white woolly areoles and slender, curved spines of glassy white with darker ends. It produces clusters of vivid pink flowers at the top, making it highly decorative.
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Vigorous plants with a rounded body becoming cylindrical over time. Dense, delicate pale pink spines and pink flowers. Very attractive.
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Remarkable species featuring large, broad, flat, sword-like central spines directed upward. Flowers while still small; requires abundant sunlight to develop its best spination.
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Beautiful Agave higly valued for its sculptural form, it has long, blue-green leaves, elegantly curved outward in a uniquely graceful manner. Unlike other agaves, its margins are smooth with few spines, making it safer for home cultivation.
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Crested form of Hildewintera aureispina (Golden Rat Tail), with thin, wavy stems densely covered in short, bristly yellow-orange spines. It quickly forms broad, golden cushions with a striking ornamental appearance.
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Small globose cactus with oval areoles and hyaline white spines tipped brown. Blooms from spring to summer with flowers ranging from orange to carmine red.
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Tall, slender columnar cactus with golden spines. It produces tubular, zygomorphic flowers strongly curved in an S-shape, in vivid red to rose-red, featuring prominent dark-purple anthers and a greenish-white lobed stigma.
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A cultivated form of Mammillaria bombycina, var. albispina features pure white, hooked central spines faintly tipped brown. The plant’s luminous, snow-white look is strikingly elegant.
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Exceptional variant of Astrophytum asterias, easily recognized by its five ribs rather than eight. A truly uncommon and sought-after form, offered in very limited availability.
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A tiny cactus forming blue-green to olive-green globular segments that grey with age. The rare spineless form is completely smooth and harmless. Flowers perform magic: they open pale honey-yellow then transform to pink as they age.
