Austrocylindropuntia subulata, commonly known as Eve's needle cactus, is a shrubby, erect cactus native to Bolivia and Peru. It features green, cylindrical stems and thrives in full sun on south-facing, sheltered aspects. This cultivar prefers fertile, well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH and dry conditions, making it suitable for drought-tolerant planting. Hardy to UK zone H4, it is best cultivated in spring and summer and can be propagated by stem cuttings or seeds.

Eve's needle cactus (Austrocylindropuntia subulata) is a drought-tolerant, ornamental plant thriving in full sun, ideal for spring and summer interest in UK gar

Austrocylindropuntia is a genus of cacti with eight recognized species as of December 2025, which were once included in the genus Opuntia. All are native to South America, although some have been introduced elsewhere.