Ball Cactus

Description

Ball cacti are generally small and globose to cylindroid in shape. Many species are deeply ribbed and usually bear clusters of spines surrounded by white or yellow glochids (hairlike spines). The flowers are typically yellow to red and borne along the crown.Ball cacti are usually small and round or cylindrical in shape, with a thick, spiny exterior. The spines can be white, yellow, red, or black.Ball cacti need regular water in summer, but should be kept rather dry in winter.In summer, ball cacti should be placed in a shaded area, but in winter they can be placed in direct or indirect sunlight.