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Copiapoa hypogaea 'Lizard Skin'

Family: Cactaceae, Genus: Copiapoa

Description:

Copiapoa hypogaea 'Lizard Skin' is a small, globose cactus native to Chile, known for its distinctive textured surface. It grows slowly, reaching up to 7 cm in height, and produces pink and yellow flowers in summer. This xerophytic plant prefers a gritty, sandy cactus mix and is susceptible to over-watering. It thrives in bright sunlight or light shade and can tolerate frost down to 32°F.

Sources:
  1. [1] Copiapoa hypogaea 'Lizard Skin': Planet Desert. Visit Source
  2. [2] Copiapoa hypogaea 'Lizard Skin': Planet Desert. Visit Source

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Last Updated June 30, 2025

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