“Oreocereus” GenusCactiOreocereus comes from the Greek term “oros,” meaning “mountain,” and the Latin term “cereus,” meaning “candle.” This is also commonly called the “old-man cactus.” This genus is commonly found at higher elevations, around 10,000 feet, such as in Peru, Chile, Bolivia, and Argentina. Regarding physical appearance, Oreocereus plants are covered with wooly white fuzz.Oreocereus Plants On Succulent CityThe Old-man-of-the-andes Cactus ‘Oreocereus Celsianus’The Old-man-of-the-mountain Cactus ‘Oreocereus Trollii’Like this:Like Loading...RelatedTweetPinShare0 Shares ABOUT ME Richard Miller Salute everyone. It's Richard, the author of this Succulent & Xeriscaping blog. I am a traveler and a nature lover looking for a connection with the wild green. In my journey, I found a love for succulents and xeriscaping. What attracts me is the long-lasting & unique beauty of every plant I have the chance to see with my own eyes. Welcome to my little blog and let's enjoy a good time together! Contact me: richard.succulentcity@gmail.comLeave a Reply Cancel replyYour email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *Comment *Name * Email * Website ΔThis site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.Connect with us on social!Pinterest Instagram YouTube Facebook
