Neobuxbaumia polylopha Neobuxbaumia polylopha, commonly known as cone cactus, wax cactus or golden-spined saguaro, is a species of flowering plant in the Cactaceae family. It is a big cactus forming green columns growing to 15 m and having 10 to 36 narrow ribs. The small areoles bear 1 flexible central spine and 4 to 8 radial spines. This cactus produces red flowers and green ovoid fruits. Datasheet Common NameCone Cactus, Wax Cactus, Golden-Spined Saguaro, Golden Saguaro Botanical nameNeobuxbaumia polylopha FamilyCactaceaeLife CyclePerennialFoliage -Basic ColourRedHeight7 -> 15Habitatlimestone slopes Altitude800 - 1300 mBloom TimeJune -> AugustPlant TypeCactus, Succulent, Ornamental Fruit TypeBerrydifferent tolerancesHardyUsed PartsWhole plantPlant UsesEdible fruit, OrnamentalActive substancesNo active substances knownUSDA Zone9 (-7), 10 (-1), 11 (+4)Sun Exposurefull sunSoil pHNeutralSoil MoistureDrySoil Type Stony, Sandy, Rocky Propagationby seeds / by sowing, by Cuttings, Self sowsGerminationtell us Pests/ DiseasesDisease free Open Next Page To See More Photos. Neobuxbaumia polylopha
