Name: Eve's Needle Cactus - Austrocylindropuntia subulata monstrose 'Gumby'
Brand: Planet Desert
SKU: 305
Price: 8.5 USD
Availability: InStock

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
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

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08/06/2018

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04/07/2017

Wkilgore2 M.

Nice size. Did not stay in pot for shippi...

Nice size. Did not stay in pot for shipping but should be ok.

07/06/2018

Dwest0723 M.

Love it! Shipping was very fast. It's very...

Love it! Shipping was very fast. It's very healthy also. Came very well packaged.

12/29/2021

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07/13/2022

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To prevent plants from freezing while in transit, orders placed for areas with extreme severe freezing temperatures will be held for shipment until it is safe to ship.

Plants that are in 3.5" pots and smaller will be shipped in its pot to prevent any damage to the roots. Any plant that is 6" and larger WILL NOT come with a pot as it will be shipped bare root.

Depending on the species and season, you will receive a very similar plant to the one in the picture. It may or may not be blooming at the time of your purchase.

We ship via USPS Priority Mail, and we calculate the shipping cost based on the weight and volume of your purchase. Care instructions are included in every package you order. Please allow us up to 3 business days to process your order. Depending on your location, we will ship the plants on a certain day to avoid transit time during weekends or holidays. If you wish to receive your order on a specific date, or have special instructions, please add a note on your order. If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to contact us at any time.

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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

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
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

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04/07/2017

Wkilgore2 M.

Nice size. Did not stay in pot for shippi...

Nice size. Did not stay in pot for shipping but should be ok.

07/06/2018

Dwest0723 M.

Love it! Shipping was very fast. It's very...

Love it! Shipping was very fast. It's very healthy also. Came very well packaged.

12/29/2021

Juan L.

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07/13/2022

John E.

United States

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Arrived in good shape nice plant great company

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