This is a monstrose form of the Opuntia subulata, also known as Austrocylindropuntia subulata.
Origin and habitat: Probably native only to the Andes of Peru
It is a popular well-known shrubby cactus with several main branches from the base or a small tree with a simple erect trunk and a large almost hemispherical top often 3 to 4(-5) meters high. The leaves are relatively large and persistent.
Some of the information in this description has been found at desert-tropicals.com, llifle.com and cactus-art.biz
| Bloom Season | Spring and summer |
|---|---|
| Bloom Season | Spring, summer |
| Botanical Name | Austrocylindropuntia subulata |
| Common Name | Eve's Needle Cactus |
| Common Name | Eve's Needle Cactus, Christmas tree cactus |
| Dormancy | Winter |
| Family | Cactaceae |
| Flower Color | Light pink |
| Flower Color | Light pink, yellow, orange |
| Genus | Austrocylindropuntia |
| Growth Habit | Cylindrical |
| Growth Habit | Globose |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Hardiness Zone | 9, 10, 11 |
| Mature Size | 13 feet |
| Mature Size | 13 ft tall, 4 ft. wide |
| Native Area | Peruvian andes |
| Native Area | South America |
| Plant Type | Cactus |
| Propagation | By stem cuttings |
| Resistance | 5° C |
| Resistance | Drought tolerant, heat resistance, deer resistance |
| Soil PH | 6.5, Acidic, Neutral |
| Soil Type | specialized cactus potting soil |
| Special Features | Unique appearance, easy to grow |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun, Partial shade |
| Toxicity | Safe for humans, safe for dogs, safe for cats |
| Watering Needs | Low |
- Description
- Key Plant Features
This is a monstrose form of the Opuntia subulata, also known as Austrocylindropuntia subulata.
Origin and habitat: Probably native only to the Andes of Peru
It is a popular well-known shrubby cactus with several main branches from the base or a small tree with a simple erect trunk and a large almost hemispherical top often 3 to 4(-5) meters high. The leaves are relatively large and persistent.
Some of the information in this description has been found at desert-tropicals.com, llifle.com and cactus-art.biz
| Bloom Season | Spring and summer |
|---|---|
| Bloom Season | Spring, summer |
| Botanical Name | Austrocylindropuntia subulata |
| Common Name | Eve's Needle Cactus |
| Common Name | Eve's Needle Cactus, Christmas tree cactus |
| Dormancy | Winter |
| Family | Cactaceae |
| Flower Color | Light pink |
| Flower Color | Light pink, yellow, orange |
| Genus | Austrocylindropuntia |
| Growth Habit | Cylindrical |
| Growth Habit | Globose |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Hardiness Zone | 9, 10, 11 |
| Mature Size | 13 feet |
| Mature Size | 13 ft tall, 4 ft. wide |
| Native Area | Peruvian andes |
| Native Area | South America |
| Plant Type | Cactus |
| Propagation | By stem cuttings |
| Resistance | 5° C |
| Resistance | Drought tolerant, heat resistance, deer resistance |
| Soil PH | 6.5, Acidic, Neutral |
| Soil Type | specialized cactus potting soil |
| Special Features | Unique appearance, easy to grow |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun, Partial shade |
| Toxicity | Safe for humans, safe for dogs, safe for cats |
| Watering Needs | Low |