Austrocylindropuntia subulata growing cactus of the genus Austrocylindropuntia also known as Eve's needle cactus, Austrocylindropuntia subulata perennial evergreen plant, used as ornamental drought tolerant plant, can grow in desert, mediterranean, subtropical or temperate climate and growing in hardiness zone 9+.
Leaves color green in cone shape.
Austrocylindropuntia subulata flower
Flower color red in a bowl shape.
Austrocylindropuntia subulata for sale - Seeds or Plants to Buy
Requirements for Austrocylindropuntia subulata growing and care:
Well-drained soil
What is the best way to start growing?
Plant / Seed / Vegetative reproduction
Is it necessary to graft or use vegetative reproduction?
No
Difficulties or problems when growing:
Spines
When is the best time to plant?
Spring / Summer / Autumn
Pests and diseases:
Snails
Pruning season:
All year
How to prune:
Dead parts
Size of the plant?
0.6-4m, 2-12 feet
Growth speed in optimal condition:
Medium growing / Slow growing
Water requirement:
Small amount of water
Light conditions in optimal condition for growing:
Full Sun
Is it possible to grow as houseplant?
No
Growing is also possible in a planter /flowerpot / containers:
Yes
Bloom season?
Spring / Summer
General information about the flower:
Red flowers in a bowl shape
