Discocactus Araneispinus

Discocactus araneispinus

Discocactus araneispinus is a compact Brazilian cactus with a flattened, globular body and slender spines arranged along pronounced ribs. At maturity, it develops a distinctive white, woolly cephalium at the crown. Large, fragrant white flowers emerge from the cephalium and open at night.

☀ Light: Bright filtered light to morning sun

💧 Water: Water when soil is completely dry

🌡 Cold: Protect below 50°F

✨ Highlights

• Compact, flattened growth
• Develops a woolly cephalium at maturity
• Fragrant white night-blooming flowers
• Native to Brazil

This cactus will ship bare root and will be ready to place directly in a well draining soil mix like our Custom Cactus Mix.

Photos in the listings unless otherwise specified are representative of the plant that will be sent to you.
However, Plants grow differently and each plant may vary slightly in shape, size, growth pattern, etc.
Of course, if you receive a plant that you are dissatisfied with please reach out to us. We want to make it right!

If temperatures near you are below 45℉ we highly recommend adding a Heat Pack to your order.
If temperatures where you live will be much lower than 20℉ even heat packs may not work. You may consider waiting until things warm up a bit. We know you love your plants just like we do and we wouldn't want any of them to freeze.