Column Cactus. A striking cactus with deeply ribbed glaucous-green spinney stems and 15cm long funnel shaped flowers. Max Height 90cm. Max Spread 20cm. Flowers June to July. Full sun and Bright room with some direct sunlight. Min temp 55°F / 12°C.
Cereus uruguayanus
A striking cactus with deeply ribbed glaucous-green spinney stems and 15cm long funnel shaped flowers
Category: Houseplants
Additional information
Generic | Cereus |
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Species | uruguayanus |
Varietry | |
Common Name | Column Cactus |
Flower Colour | white, red |
Soil | |
Aspect | Full sun, Bright room with some direct sunlight |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Height | 90cm |
Family | Cactaceae |
Spread | 20cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Columnar |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green, blue |
Flowers From | June, July |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Min temp 55°F / 12°C |
Planting | |
Care | Allow compost to dry out between waterings, Water sparingly in winter, Water with tepid water, Mist regularly |
Border | Houseplant, Conservatory plant |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | Red spider mite, Mealy bugs, Slugs and snails |
Maintenance | Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost |
Propagation | Stem cuttings, Seed |
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