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Cleistocactus winteri /Golden Rat Tail Cactus
This cactus has a trailing growth habit
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Scientific Name:
Cleistocactus winteri
Common Name:
Golden Rat Tail Cactus
Plant Type:
Evergreen
Hardiness Zone:
9, 10, 11
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Height:
2- 5 feet
Spread:
1-2 feet
Bloom time:
Spring, Summer
Flower color:
Orange
Fruit present:
Summer, Fall
Fruit color:
Green
Light Exposure:
Sun, Part Sun
Drainage:
Well drained, Dry
Rate of Growth:
Moderate
Water Requirement:
Low
Maintenance Level:
Low
Comments:
This species has pendant stems or a or trailing habit. The individual stems often reach 2.5 feet or more in length. It has very attractive golden spines that generally cover the stems. Flowers are a vivid orange or color and can last for several days