Polaskia chichipe

When you conjure images of the dry dusty Mexican deserts, you’re sure to picture the iconic shape of a Polaskia chichipe, standing tall and proud, its branches poised as if its ready to take on an coming predator. In their native habitat, these tree-like cacti can grow to an incredible 5m tall! Though they won’t ever reach these towering heights indoors, they are a much loved part of a houseplant collection, adored for their sculptural form and green-grey stems that are punctuated with defined ribs.

Watering

In summer water thoroughly only when 100% of the soil has dried out. A/W allow soil to dry 100% - water sparingly. In spring gradually increase watering - depending on temperature and light exposure.

Light requirements

Full sun.

Feed

Use a cactus fertiliser 2-3 times a year.

Repotting

Repotting once every 2-3 years to replenish soil. Use a cactus compost with a good mix of perlite.

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.