Austrocylindropuntia subulata Cristate

Water:

April-September: 1 x every 2 weeks*

October-March: 1x per month *

*This is only for a sunny location

Light: sunny

Nutrition: 1x per month (May-September)

Austrocylindropuntia subulata 'Cristata', also known as Crested Eve's Needle, is a rare cactus. It is a selected crested form of Austrocylindropuntia subulata, which occurs naturally in Ecuador and Peru.

Austrocylindropuntia subulata 'Cristata' is a remarkable cactus with crested branches. These branches slowly grow into beautiful, twisting, ribbed or flattened semicircular clusters. This makes each specimen unique and sculptural. What makes it special is that its crested form grows in a very distinctive way, quite unlike the normal forms.

An interesting detail: normal stems sometimes grow among the crested growth and can produce flowers. The crested growth itself, however, does not bloom. This makes collecting this cactus extra fascinating, because you never know what you’ll get over time.

Austrocylindropuntia subulata 'Cristata' is frost-hardy and can withstand temperatures as low as -7°C. This makes it suitable for many climates. The cactus likes plenty of sun and bright light and needs little water.