Tephrocactus articulatus var. Strobiliformis Medusa's Head Cactus Size Potential: Can grow 4–15

Size Potential: Can grow 4–15 feet tall outdoors over time

Fertilizer: Optional monthly cactus fertilizer during active growing season

Cup-shaped

more sun = deeper pad color

or according to the subspecies or cultivar)

Tephrocactus articulatus var. Strobiliformis Medusa's Head Cactus Size Potential: Can grow 4–15Segmented succulent slowly growing up to up to 30 cm Small pine cone shaped that are loosely attached to each other and fall easily. Flowers: White, 5cm long. Fruit: Brown. The white flowers made a nice contrast to the earth tone colors of the plant. Propagation: Cuttings, it suckers profusely and is very easy to grow by just knocking off one of the 'cones' and stuffing it in the ground. Note: The little glochids at the areoles are quite a nuisance,