Echinocactus grusonii 'White Form' is a breathtaking variation of the Golden Barrel Cactus, distinguished by its pristine white spines that contrast beautifully with its vibrant green, ribbed body. Native to central Mexico, this slow-growing, globular cactus thrives in arid conditions and makes a stunning addition to any xeric garden or indoor collection.
Distinctive Features
Striking White Spines: Unlike the classic golden-spined variety, this form has delicate yet resilient white spines that give it an elegant, frosty appearance.
Globular Growth Habit: Naturally forms a near-perfect sphere, which can reach up to 60 cm in diameter over time.
Summer Blooms: Produces bright yellow flowers at its crown in mature specimens, adding a pop of colour to its refined look.
Care Tips
Light: Requires full sun to maintain compact growth and vibrant spine colour.
Water: Drought-tolerant; water sparingly, allowing soil to dry out completely between waterings.
Humidity: Prefers dry conditions; avoid high humidity to prevent rot.
Temperature: Thrives in warm temperatures between 20-35°C but can tolerate brief drops to 5°C.
Fertiliser: Apply a diluted cactus fertiliser during the growing season (spring and summer) once a month.
Potting: Use a well-draining cactus mix with added sand or pumice for aeration.
Propagation: Grown primarily from seeds, with slow but rewarding growth.
Shipping Schedule and Biosecurity Information
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Dispatch & Shipping Information
ALL STATES (including WA, NT, TAS): We now offer a universal, streamlined schedule with two dispatches per week for all regions. This schedule includes all necessary biosecurity treatment and processing for plants sent interstate.
Tuesday Dispatch: Orders placed by Sunday 11:59 PM AEST.
Friday Dispatch: Orders placed by Wednesday 11:59 PM AEST.
Orders placed after these cut-offs will be dispatched on the next available day.
Plant Health Certification (PHC) Fees:
$20 fee applies to WA orders.
$10 fee applies to NT and TAS orders.
This fee is per order (not per plant) and is included in your shipping cost at checkout. It covers the mandatory biosecurity treatments (ICA-29, PS-27, ICA-62) required for interstate compliance.
Important Note: We operate independently from Collectors Corner. For any enquiries, please refer to our Help Centre (Contact Page).
