Cleistocactus colademononis
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A trailing cactus with cylindrical, fleshy stems to 1m long, densely covered with white, hair-like spines. In spring it produces red or pink flowers to 5cm long. Best grown in a hanging basket in a conservatory or temperate greenhouse
Scientific classification
- Species
- Cleistocactus colademononis (Cleistocactus colademononis)
- Genus
- Cleistocactus
- Family
- Cactaceae
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- Toxicity
- Cactus Succulent
- Plant type
- 0.5-1 metres
- Height
- 0.5-1 metres
- Spread
- Evergreen
- Foliage
- Trailing
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of Cleistocactus colademononis
Distribution map
Bolivia
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of Cleistocactus colademononis
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Cleistocactus colademononis care guide
- Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
- Watering
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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Watering
Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
Pruning
PruningNo pruning required
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by stem cuttings in summer, or by seed sown in spring
Growing
GrowingUnder glass, grow in standard cactus compost in full light and with low humidity. In the growing season water moderately and apply a dilute low-nitrogen fertiliser monthly. Keep completely dry from mid-autumn to spring. See houseplant cacti and succulent cultivation for further information
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to root rots
Pests
May be susceptible to mealybugs
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