Cephalocereus senilis
Also known as hairy cactus, Old Man of the Andes cactus, hairy old man cactus, Old Man of Mexico, Old man of Peru cactus, and Bearded cactus
Gets it’s name due to its coating of white hair. The more sunlight it recieves , the longer and thicker the hairs. The small white hairs give off the impression that this cactus has an old man’s beard.
The long, soft, white hair protects the plant from both heat and cold and helps them retain moisture.
- Grows up to 12” in pot
- Thrives on neglect only water after completely dry
- Zone 10