Espostoa plants

Species from the Espostoa cactus family form big (upto 4 meters), tree-like groups. They are characteristic for their hair-covered bodies. The hairs are usually white to yellowish. Espostoa cacti are native to Southern Equador to Northern Peru.

Cultivation

Espostoa is a popular cactus species. Young plants are almost completely covered with white hairs.It is not difficult to cultivate.Use a general cactus soil and be carefull not to water during a hot day.

Synonyms

Cereus, Pilocereus, Cleistocactus, Oreocereus