Eulychnia castanea is a columnar cactus native to Chile, characterized by spiny stems and occasional white flowers.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade. Protect from intense afternoon sun.
Watering
Allow soil to dry out completely between waterings. Reduce in winter.
Soil
Requires well-draining soil mix, such as a cactus or succulent potting mix, with good aeration.
Temperature
Ideal growing range is 15-25°C. Can tolerate cooler temperatures if dry.
Habitat
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Feed with diluted balanced fertilizer during the growing season. Do not fertilize in winter.
Prefers full sun to partial shade. Protect from intense afternoon sun.
Allow soil to dry out completely between waterings. Reduce in winter.
Requires well-draining soil mix, such as a cactus or succulent potting mix, with good aeration.
Ideal growing range is 15-25°C. Can tolerate cooler temperatures if dry.
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Feed with diluted balanced fertilizer during the growing season. Do not fertilize in winter.
Plant Type
Succulent
Plant Category
Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
3-5 m
Spread
0.5-1 m
Growth Rate
Slow
Dormancy
None
Leaf Type
Spines
Flower Size
5-7 cm
Toxic for humans
No
Rating: 0/5
Toxic for pets
No
Rating: 0/5
Edible
No
Non-toxic to pets and humans.
