Overview

Cleistocactus colademononis is a trailing cactus succulent in the genus Cleistocactus, part of the Cactaceae family, with evergreen foliage. It typically grows around 0.5-1 metres tall and 0.5-1 metres wide, reaching full size in around 2-5 years. Cleistocactus colademononis grows best in full sun, and tolerates sand soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. It is drought resistant. Suggested uses include conservatories, greenhouses and indoor displays.

About

Cleistocactus colademononis is a trailing cactus succulent belonging to the genus Cleistocactus within the Cactaceae family. It is an evergreen plant that typically grows to a height and spread of 0.5 to 1 metre, reaching full size within 2 to 5 years. This cultivar thrives in full sun and prefers a sheltered position with well-drained sandy soil, tolerating a range of soil pH from acid to alkaline. It is drought resistant and offers seasonal interest in both spring and autumn.

About the genus

Cleistocactus is a genus of flowering plants in the cactus family Cactaceae, native to mountainous areas - to 3,000 m (9,843 ft) - of South America. The name comes from the Greek kleistos meaning closed because the flowers hardly open.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Cleistocactus

Sunlight

Full sun

Soil type

Sand

Soil pH

Acid, Alkaline, Neutral

Soil moisture

Well-drained

Aspect

East-facing, South-facing, West-facing

Exposure

Sheltered

UK hardiness

H4

Plant details

Cleistocactus colademononis size, habit and characteristics

Plant type

Cactus Succulent

Habit

Trailing

Foliage

Evergreen

Height

0.5-1 metres

Spread

0.5-1 metres

Time to full height

2-5 years

Suggested uses

Conservatories, Greenhouses, Indoor displays

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Cleistocactus colademononis

Propagation

Seeds, Offsets

Pest resistance

Generally pest-free

Disease resistance

Generally disease-free

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