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Cleistocactus winteri
Also Known As
- Borzicactus aureispinus
- Hildewintera winteri
- Winteria aureispina
- Winterocereus aureispinus
- Golden Monkey Cactus
- Golden Rat Tail
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 24"-36"
- W: 9"-18"
planting zones
- 9a-11
Cleistocactus winteri plant details
Cleistocactus winteri is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In spring and winter red flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Cleistocactus winteri
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: cactaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 9 IN - 18 IN - wide, 24 IN - 36 IN - tall
- Flowers: red blooms in spring and winter
- Uses: container plant, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Cleistocactus winteri
- USDA Zones: 9a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: low
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: gritty and well-drained
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How to Grow Cleistocactus winteri
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- low - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- red
Flower Season
- spring
- winter
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9b-12
Size
Height: 3'-6'
Width: 4'-8'
- sun - bright shade
- low - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9b-12
Size
Height: 2'-10'
Width: 1'-12'
- sun - dappled shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9b-11
Size
Height: 4'-8'
Width: 1'-4'
- sun - bright shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9b-11
Size
Height: 1'-2'
Width: 1'-2'
- sun - bright shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9b-12
Size
Height: 3'-5'
Width: 3'-5'
- sun - bright shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
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