Also known as Austrocylindropuntia Subulata · Cane Austrocylindropuntia · Cane Cactus
Austrocylindropuntia cylindrica is a columnar cactus native to the Andes of Peru and Bolivia, forming dense clumps with erect stems.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, indirect sunlight
75% intensity
Can tolerate some direct sun if acclimated
Allow soil to dry out between waterings
25% intensity
Reduce in winter
Well-draining cactus or succulent mix
50% intensity
Average room temperatures
50% intensity
Prefers 18-24°C, can tolerate slightly cooler in winter
Sparingly during growing season
25% intensity
Use diluted cactus/succulent fertilizer
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water thoroughly when the soil is completely dry, typically every 2-4 weeks during the growing season. Reduce watering significantly in winter, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.
Overwatering is a common cause of root rot for Austrocylindropuntia cylindrica.
Prune to maintain shape, remove dead or damaged segments, or to control size. Use a clean, sharp knife or pruners. Cuttings from pruning can be used for propagation. Pruning is best done in spring or early summer.
Propagate by stem cuttings. Allow cuttings to callus over for several days to a week before planting in well-draining soil. Water sparingly until roots form.
This method is highly successful for Austrocylindropuntia cylindrica.
Repot every 2-3 years, or when the plant outgrows its container. Use a well-draining cactus or succulent mix. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the previous one.
Repot in spring before the active growing season begins.
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Where Austrocylindropuntia Cylindrica (Austrocylindropuntia cylindrica) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Caryophyllales |
| Family | Cactaceae |
| Genus | Austrocylindropuntia |
| Species | Austrocylindropuntia cylindrica |
Similar in genus Austrocylindropuntia
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