Turks Head Cactus
The Turks head cacti (Melocactus intortus) is a variety of small barrel cactus, with a mature height rarely exceeding 24 inches (61cm) and diameter of 14 inches (35cm). A reddish cap tops the cacti, and it's easy to see where the cacti got its name as this cap resembles a Turkish fez hat.
The Turks head cacti (Melocactus intortus) is a variety of small barrel cactus, with a mature height rarely exceeding 24 inches (61cm) and diameter of 14 inches (35cm). A reddish cap tops the cacti, and it's easy to see where the cacti got its name as this cap resembles a Turkish fez hat.