Melocactus azureus shawii a thin whitish bloom

a thin whitish bloom

making it an eye-catching focal point in desert gardens or as a statement piece in containers

inheriting the thick white powder of the former and the striking red leaf edges and blue coloration of the latter

daisy-like yellow flowers that contrast beautifully with its cool-toned foliage

Melocactus azureus shawii a thin whitish bloomMelocactus azureus is a stunning and distinctive cactus species native to the limestone rich soils of Bahia, Brazil. It is easily recognized by its striking blue gray body, which is ribbed and covered in short, bristly spines that contrast beautifully with its unique cephaliuma dense, woolly structure of red to orange bristles that forms at the top of mature plants. This cephalium produces small, bright pink to magenta flowers and eventually fruit,