At Izu Shaboten Animal Park, the "Shaboten Greenhouse" is currently bursting with beautiful cactus flowers. From spring through early summer, roughly 200 varieties and 3,000 plants bloom in succession across the facility.
The greenhouse is divided into five sections based on region and country. In the First Greenhouse, the "South America Hall," visitors can currently enjoy Notocactus scopa (Sekkow), Rebutia xanthocarpa (Kibana Hozan), and Rebutia minuscula (Hozan) in bloom.
First Greenhouse: South America Hall
In the Fifth Greenhouse, the "Mexico Hall," a variety of cacti are blooming in red, pink, yellow, and other vibrant colors — including Mammillaria hahniana (Tamaokinma), Tsukikage-maru, Mangetsu, Ginga, and Shojoumaru.
Fifth Greenhouse: Mexico Hall
Going forward, prickly pear cacti and columnar cacti are also expected to bloom one after another, with the peak blooming period anticipated around Golden Week. It's a chance to see the full spectrum of colors, shapes, and personalities that only Izu Shaboten Animal Park's cactus collection can offer.
The park's well-known "Cactus Doctor" staff member had this to say:
"Cactus flowers come in all kinds of shapes and colors depending on the species. They brighten up the park beautifully in spring. This year there are plenty of buds, so I expect more and more to open. Please come and see the gorgeous flower garden that only Izu Shaboten Animal Park's cacti can create!"
For more details, visit the park's official website: https://izushaboten.com/
