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 |
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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 |