Summary

Notocactus horstii is an elongated globular cactus, usually solitary, native to Brazil.

Botanical name: Notocactus horstii F.Ritt.

Synonym: Parodia horstii (F.Ritt.) N.P.Taylor

Family: Cactaceae

Origin: Brazil, State of Rio Grande do Sul

IUCN Red List: EN

Common name: cactus, globular cactus

Hardiness: not hardy, dry in winter

Notocactus horstii is a globular cactus that elongates with age, usually solitary but sometimes forming a clump. The green stem is 30 cm high and 14 cm wide. Flower color varies from yellowish-orange to reddish and purple. Flowering takes place in summer.