Copiapoa Columna Alba v. Albispina
Bei den verfügbaren Samen handelt es sich um 5 sortenreine Copiapoa Columna Alba v. Albispina Samen.
 
 
Copiapoa columna-alba v. albispina is an elegant and distinctive cactus species endemic to the coastal deserts of northern Chile. This variety is best known for its tall, columnar growth habit and its strikingly pale, almost white appearance—traits that give it both its name and its unmistakable allure.
 
The plant’s body is covered in a dense, whitish bloom that protects it from the intense desert sun, while the ribs are lined with evenly spaced areoles bearing fine, white spines (albispina meaning “white-spined”). This combination creates a beautiful contrast of texture and tone, making the plant appear as though it has been dusted with desert light.
 
In its natural habitat, Copiapoa columna-alba v. albispina endures harsh, dry conditions, surviving on the moisture brought by coastal fogs. In cultivation, it appreciates bright sunlight, excellent drainage, and minimal watering. Over time, it can form graceful columns topped with small, yellow flowers—an understated yet breathtaking emblem of Chile’s Atacama Desert.