Cleistocactus strausii

Description

Native to arid areas of Bolivia, Cleistocactus strausii is commonly known as the silver torch cactus. Its columnar stems can reach around 3 metres tall, covered in masses of dense white hairs in between which thick yellow spines grow. Mature cacti produce long tubular flowers during the growing season. Blooms emerge in a deep pink and red hues, with a long protruding yellow stamen.

WATERING

In summer water thoroughly only when 100% of the soil has dried out. A/W allow soil to dry 100% – water sparingly (every two months). In spring gradually increase watering – depending on temperature and light exposure.

LIGHT REQUIREMENTS

Full sun.

REPOTTING

Repot every 2-3 years using fresh cacti & succulent compost.

FEED

Use a cactus feed from March – November every other time you water.

POT SIZE / HEIGHT

See available sizes below. Please note that, due to their natural variability, specimens’ height may be within 10-20% of the stated height below.

Plant is supplied in its plastic nursery pot.