underground copiapoa · Pruning

underground copiapoa · Copiapoa hypogaea

In milder areas, may be grown outdoors in gritty, poor soil in full sun. Protect from excess winter wet. In colder areas, grow under glass in a mix of 3 parts standard cactus compost and one part perlite. This is a desert plant, native to one of the driest regions of the world; water moderately from spring to early autumn and keep dry in winter. See houseplant cacti and succulent cultivation for more details

Watering: Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakingsSunlight: Full sunHandle with care due to prickly spines. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling