Cleistocactus forma cristata
Cleistocactus 'cristata'
This is an easy to grow crested cactus. It forms large green fan-like stem which can reach a considerable size (up to 50 cm tall and in diameter). It requires full sun or half shade. The plants should be kept in a deep pot with a very good drainage.
Contributed by @cactusboy123
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Full sun
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Very little water
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Not Frost hardy
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Light and free draining
Common name
Cleistocactus 'cristata'
Latin name
Cleistocactus forma cristata
type
Succulent
family
Cactaceae
ph
5.5 - 6.5 Acid - Neutral
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Light
Full sun
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Frost
Not Frost hardy
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Soil
Light and free draining
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Water
Very little water
Plant & bloom calendar
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Best time to plant
full grown dimensions
0.60 M
1.00 M
Cleistocactus forma cristata
This is an easy to grow crested cactus. It forms large green fan-like stem which can reach a considerable size (up to 50 cm tall and in diameter). It requires full sun or half shade. The plants should be kept in a deep pot with a very good drainage.
Planting young plants
From Early Spring TO Early Spring
Cleistocactus typically don't like direct afternoon sunlight and should be in partial shade through the hottest hours. They can take direct sunlight in the morning and afternoons. A rich, fast-draining cactus mix is ideal. To plant, do this preferably during the warm season. To repot a cacti, make sure the soil is dry before repotting, then gently remove the pot. Knock away the old soil from the roots, making sure to remove any rotted or dead roots in the process. Treat any cuts with a fungicide. Place the plant in its new pot and backfill with potting soil, spreading the roots out as you repot. Leave the plant dry for a week or so, then begin to water lightly to reduce the risk of root rot.
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