What are the types of cactus?

Classification

Classification by appearance

Cacti can be divided into the following categories based on their appearance: velvet type, wart type, treasure type, hair column type, strong thorn type, sea urchin type, top flower type, etc.

Classification from burrs

Cacti can be divided into categories based on their thorns: long hair, short hair, sparse hair, and dense hair. These types also differ in color, such as red, yellow, and golden yellow.

variety

Golden Crown Cactus

Golden Crown Cactus prefers a sunny, dry and warm growing environment. The suitable temperature for growth is between 15-30℃. Currently, Golden Crown is more common in the market. It is a more difficult type of cactus to cultivate. It is recommended that novices do not try it.

Golden Amber Cactus

The golden barrel cactus, also known as the yellow-thorn golden barrel cactus, is a species of intercropping cactus in the Cactaceae family. This species is the most charming of all cacti. It has a round green body and hard golden thorns. The diameter of the sphere can reach about 1 meter, and the top of the sphere is densely covered with a circle of golden fluff. The plant is strong and prefers a growing environment with plenty of sunlight.

Gold Finger Cactus

The golden finger cactus has a beautiful and charming appearance and is one of the most ideal decorations for home. The whole plant is covered with soft yellow thorns that resemble human fingers. It exudes a lion-like vitality and can bring you plenty of confidence and strength.