An exceptionally spinney cactus with beautiful white flushed pink tubular flowers. Max Height 80cm. Max Spread 30cm. Flowers June to July. Full sun and Bright room with some direct sunlight. Min temp 55°F / 12°C.
Haageocereus versicolor
An exceptionally spinney cactus with beautiful white flushed pink tubular flowers
Additional information
| Generic | Haageocereus |
|---|---|
| Species | versicolor |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | white, pink |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Full sun, Bright room with some direct sunlight |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 80cm |
| Family | Cactaceae |
| Spread | 30cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Broadly columnar |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| 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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