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Cleistocactus strausii

Silver Pipe Cactus

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Silver-columnar cactus native to South America. Dense white spines on green stems. Blooms bright red tubular flowers in summer. Requires high light and dry air.
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Plant Details

Common Name Silver Pipe Cactus
Family Cactaceae
Genus Cleistocactus
Species Strausii
Origin Bolivian Andes, Peru
Blooming Summer, red tubular flowers
Leaf Color Silver-green with white spines
Sunlight Sun
Category Succulents plants
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Succulent mix with high perlite, pumice or coarse sand for maximum drainage.

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Watering

Water sparingly during active growth (spring/summer). Allow soil to dry completely between waterings. Keep dry in winter dormancy.

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Sunlight & Care

Requires full sun exposure. Indoors near south-facing window. Rotate regularly to prevent leaning.

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Fertilization

Apply diluted cactus fertilizer monthly during growing season only.

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Pruning

Remove dead spines or damaged sections carefully with gloves. Minimal pruning required.

Pest Control Mealybug Root Aphid Scale Insect

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

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May
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Aug
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 104°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
25% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
3000 – 60000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
100 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
10% – 40%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

Something wrong with your Cleistocactus strausii? Select a symptom to diagnose and fix the issue.

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