Cleistocactus strausii
Cleistocactus strausii (Snow Pole, Wooly Torch)
is a frost hardy perennial evergreen cactus with red flowers that have an indeterminate flowering season. It grows well in direct sun, and prefers low levels of water. It has high drought tolerance. This cactus has all year round interest.Soil
Cleistocactus strausii grows in soils ranging from a pH of 6 (acidic ranges from 5.6 to 6) to 8 (slightly alkaline ranges from 7.6 to 8). It is adapted to loamy sand, sandy clay loam and sandy loam soils.
Growth
This is a erect plant has an ultimate height of 2m / 6.6ft and spread of 0.2m / 7.9in.
Leaves
It has green leaves. The texture can be described as soft fine hairs (pubescent).
Exposure
The plant prefers a sheltered situation.
Uses
Conservatory, container plant, drought resistant and gravel.
Progagation
Propagation techniques include cuttings and seed.
Origin
Argentina. Bolivia.
-7°C / 19.4F 6 to 8 2m / 6.6ft 0.2m / 7.9in
| Scientific classifications [Edit] | |
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| Genus ? | Cleistocactus |
| Specific epithet ? | strausii |
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| Common names |
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| Snow Pole (Ireland), Wooly Torch (Ireland) |
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