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Monkey's Tail Cactus
Cleistocactus colademononis
Origin: Bolivia
₹300.00 per stick
15 available
Soft, hairy white stems that trail down like a monkey's tail, with bright red flowers. A stunning hanging cactus that is gentle to touch.
- Soft, hairy trailing stems
- Bright red flowers
- Ideal for hanging pots
Monkey's Tail is a trailing cactus from Bolivia whose long stems are covered in soft, fine white hairs instead of harsh spines. Stems hang down from baskets and tall pots, reaching a metre or more over time, and produce bright red, tubular flowers. It is one of the most unusual and photogenic cacti for hanging displays. You receive one stem, which roots easily to start a new plant.
Light
Bright light with morning sun keeps the hair white and dense.
Watering
Water when the mix is dry; slightly more in summer growth.
Soil & Pot
Gritty mix: about 60–70% mineral (coarse river sand, pumice or perlite, brick chips) and 30–40% coco peat or compost. Terracotta pot with a drainage hole. A hanging basket or tall pot lets stems trail.
Monsoon Care
Keep under a roof or in a bright room from June to September. Water only when the mix is bone dry, and keep air moving around the plant.
Rooting Your Stick
Let the cut end dry for 5–7 days, then set it 2–3 cm deep in dry gritty mix. Water lightly after a week; roots form in 3–4 weeks.
Feeding
Quarter-strength cactus fertiliser (low nitrogen) once a month, February–May and October–November. None during monsoon and peak summer.
Watch Out For
Rot at the cut end if planted wet, mealybugs in the hairs.
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