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Cleistocactus strausii
Cleistocactus strausii
Cleistocactus strausii
Cleistocactus strausii
Cleistocactus strausii
Cleistocactus strausii
Cleistocactus strausii

Cleistocactus strausii

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.

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