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Espostoa lanata

Also Known As

Cactus lanatus
Cephalocereus lanatus
Cereus dautwitzii
Cereus lanatus
Cereus lanatus ssp. sericatus
Cereus sericatus
Cleistocactus lanatus
Espostoa dautwitzii
Espostoa lanata var. lanata
Espostoa lanata var. sericata
Espostoa laticornua
Espostoa procera
Espostoa sericata
Oreocereus lanatus
Pilocereus dautwitzii
Pilocereus lanatus
Peruvian Old Man Cactus

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 6'-20'
W: 2'-8'

planting zones

9b-11

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Espostoa lanata plant details

Espostoa lanata is an evergreen cactus / succulent with blue and green foliage. In spring and summer purple and white flowers emerge. Features fuzzy and glaucous texture. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Espostoa lanata

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: cactaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 2 FT - 8 FT - wide, 6 FT - 20 FT - tall
Flowers: purple and white blooms in spring and summer
Uses: container plant, evening garden, houseplant, rock garden, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Espostoa lanata

USDA Zones: 9b - 11
Sun exposure: mostly sun - bright shade
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Protect from Direct Afternoon Sun. Morning Sun to Light Shade. 2" White to Purple Nocturnal Flowers. Outdoor/ Indoor.

By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens

This is the classic Peruvian Old Man, one of the first plants we collected almost 40 years ago. Keep dry and free of frost during the winter. Water when dry the rest of the year. These are beautifully hairy, sturdy, 8"+ tall plants.