silver torch cactus phylum

1. Where does the silver torch cactus live?
2. How do you propagate a silver torch cactus?
3. How do you take care of a silver torch cactus?
4. How fast does Golden Torch grow?
5. How big does a torch cactus get?
6. How often do you water a torch cactus?

Where does the silver torch cactus live?

… silver, or woolly, torch (Cleistocactus strausii) is endemic to the mountains of Argentina and Bolivia. Its numerous erect columns appear whitish in colour because of their numerous dense spines. The plants bear narrow red flowers along the length of the stems.

How do you propagate a silver torch cactus?

When propagating Siler Torch Cactus from cuttings, cut a leaf from the mother plant carefully with a clean knife or scissors. Before replanting, wait for a few days to allow it to callous. Use well-draining soil for your new succulent plant. Don't forget to water when the soil dries out.

How do you take care of a silver torch cactus?

This cactus needs full sun but in the hottest regions it prefers some shelter from midday heat. The soil should be freely draining but does not have to be particularly fertile. Water the plant spring through summer when the top of the soil is dry.

How fast does Golden Torch grow?

With its multi-stemmed/clumping habit and slow growth (6” per year) Golden Torch looks exceptional in a decorative pot by the front door or on the patio. Flowers usually come in late spring/early summer and sometimes again in the fall.

How big does a torch cactus get?

The red torch grows one to three feet high and it branches spread up to three feet. It is a heat-loving cactus. Flowers, two to four inches across bloom in the spring. The flowers are nocturnally blooming and exist for only about 18 hours, similar to saguaro flowers.

How often do you water a torch cactus?

They will not flower with less than 4 to 5 hours of direct sun a day. vigorous growth and flowering water once a week from April to October and feed two or three times a year. Water every two weeks or so. Soil requirements: Good drainage essential, otherwise not particular.