Botanical Name: Oreocereus Trollii
Common Name: Old Man of the Andes
Country of Origin: Argentina and Bolivia
The Oreocereus Trollii "Old Man of the Andes" is a cactus that is native to high altitudes and arid mountainous regions in South America. The Old Man is covered in a snow white coat of wooly hair and has prominent spikes. The Old Man takes its time to grow, but the result is a magnificent Cactus. Pots sold separately.
Care Instructions:
Light Preference: Enjoys indirect Sunlight.
Water Tolerance: Water once a week (preferably on schedule). Allow the soil to be dry between waterings. Do not overwater as too much moisture will lead to root rot.
Water Tolerance: Water once a week (preferably on schedule). Allow the soil to be dry between waterings. Do not overwater as too much moisture will lead to root rot.
Soil: Enjoys gritty succulent potting soil. Feed during the growing season (winter to spring) by adding new soil. If you grow them in containers, repot them with fresh potting soil every 2 -3 years.
SKU #: 1070