silver bracts

Grow in sharply drained cactus compost in a greenhouse (minimum 5°C), or as a houseplant on a sunny windowsill. Water moderately while in growth and keep almost dry at other times. Apply a low-nitrogen fertiliser every 6-8 weeks in spring and summer. See houseplant cacti and succulent cultivation for further information

No pruning required

Propagate by seed sown at 19-24°C in spring, or by leaf cuttings in summer

May be susceptible to mealybugs when grown under glass

Generally disease-free