Austrocylindropuntia Cylindrica Cane Cactus Plant

Austrocylindropuntia cylindrica

Family

Cactaceae

Native

Peru

Description

This species has a cristate form and produces "fanned" growth of emerald green with white areoles and tiny spines.

Environment

This plant best grows in porous cactus soil, and required good drainage. A sunlight friendly plant, this requires ample of bright light and airflow. Watering is required when the soil becomes dry to touch.

Landscape Uses

Cultivated as natural fencing and can also be used as a container plant or cactus garden