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Cleistocactus buchtienii

Also Known As

  • Cleistocactus angosturensis
  • Cleistocactus ayopayanus
  • Cleistocactus ressinianus
  • Cleistocactus sucrensis

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 3'-6'
  • W: 4'-8'

planting zones

  • 9b-12

Cleistocactus buchtienii plant details

Cleistocactus buchtienii is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. green and red flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun - bright shade and low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cleistocactus buchtienii

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: cactaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT - 8 FT - wide, 3 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: green and red blooms
Uses: container plant, houseplant, rock garden, spiky, tropical-looking, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cleistocactus buchtienii

USDA Zones: 9b - 12
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: low
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Gardening facts about Cleistocactus buchtienii plant

How to Grow Cleistocactus buchtienii

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - bright shade
  • Water Needs

    • low - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glaucous
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