Cacti - Thelocactus Bicolour

Add vivid desert beauty to your collection with Thelocactus bicolor, also known as the Glory of Texas. Native to the Chihuahuan Desert of northern Mexico and Texas, this striking cactus is cherished for its brilliant blooms, dramatic spination, and compact, architectural form.

Standout Features:

• Compact, Sculptural Stem: Blue-green to gray-green in color, the globular to cylindrical stem often stays solitary but may cluster with age. A woolly apex adds texture and interest.

• Ribbed with Character: Boasting 8–13 prominent, sometimes tuberculate ribs, each lined with distinct areoles spaced evenly along the surface.

• Dramatic Spines: A bold mix of long central spines and finer radial spines in hues of yellow, copper, or reddish-brown adds eye-catching texture and defense.

• Spectacular Blooms: In spring and summer, enjoy large, funnel-shaped flowers in brilliant shades of magenta, pink, or violet—often with contrasting throats of red or yellow.

Care Instructions:

• Light: Thrives in full sun. Bright, direct light encourages healthy, compact growth and vibrant flowering.

• Soil: Plant in a well-draining cactus or succulent mix with added grit or perlite for aeration.

• Water: Water moderately during the growing season, allowing soil to dry out between waterings. Minimal to no watering is needed in winter dormancy.

Perfect For:

• Desert & Rock Gardens: Provides bold form and vivid color to xeriscapes and arid garden beds.

• Containers: Great for pots with drainage—ideal for sunny balconies, patios, or south-facing windows.

• Cactus Collectors: A must-have species known for its showy flowers and striking spines.

Bright, Bold & Unforgettable

Thelocactus bicolor is more than a desert survivor—it’s a blooming spectacle. Its low-maintenance nature and dazzling floral display make it a standout addition to any cactus or succulent collection.

Order now and let the Glory of Texas brighten your space.

The succulent plant housed in the red pot comes in a 100mm diameter container. While the image provides a representative depiction of what you will receive, but may vary slightly because no two succulents are the same. 

Please note  — NT, TAS, WA customers: please contact us before placing your order due to additional quarantine charges associated with these locations.
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