Water
Water sparingly, allowing the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Reduce watering significantly during winter months to prevent root rot. Overwatering is the most common cause of problems for this succulent.
Also known as Candelabra Cactus
Myrtillocactus cochal, the Baja California Candelabra Cactus, is a columnar cactus native to Baja California, Mexico, forming distinctive candelabra-like shapes.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Prefers bright, direct sunlight. Can tolerate some partial shade.
Infrequent
25% intensity
Allow soil to dry out completely between waterings, especially in winter.
Well-draining, sandy
50% intensity
Warm to Hot
75% intensity
Prefers temperatures between 20-30°C. Protect from frost.
Low
25% intensity
Fertilize sparingly with a balanced cactus food during the growing season.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water sparingly, allowing the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Reduce watering significantly during winter months to prevent root rot. Overwatering is the most common cause of problems for this succulent.
Prune to maintain shape, remove dead or damaged stems, or to control size. Use a clean, sharp knife or saw for cuts, and allow the cut surfaces to callus over before watering to prevent infection.
Propagate by stem cuttings. Allow cuttings to dry and callus for a week or more before planting in well-draining cactus mix. Roots will typically form within a few weeks.
Repot every 2-3 years or when the plant outgrows its container. Choose a pot with drainage holes and use a gritty, well-draining cactus soil mix. Repot in spring before active growth begins.
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Caryophyllales |
| Family | Cactaceae |
| Genus | Myrtillocactus |
| Species | Myrtillocactus cochal |
Similar in genus Myrtillocactus
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