At Cactus Warehouse, we take pride in shipping the healthiest, hand-selected cacti straight from our nursery in Fallbrook, CA. All our cacti are hardgrown and carefully checked to ensure you get the best. Schedule: Orders ship on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays. Delivery Time: Most orders arrive within 3–5 business days once shipped. Rates: Free nationwide shipping on all orders. Carriers: We ship via UPS and USPS with full tracking Safe Packaging: Each cactus is wrapped in protective kraft paper to reduce movement. During cold weather, you have the option to add heat packs to keep your plants safe. Care Instructions: Every package includes simple, step-by-step care instructions so you know exactly what to do after arrival. 30-Day Happiness Guarantee: If your cactus doesn’t arrive healthy and happy, we’ll make it right. Email us at info@cactuswarehouse.com and we’ll take care of you.

Cereus repandus f. monstrose (Monstrose Apple Cactus)

Q: Cactus Features

Growth Habit : Columnar, twisted, monstrose form Bloom Season : Summer nights (large white flowers, rarely indoors) Dormancy : Winter Sun Exposure : Full sun to partial shade Soil Needs : Fast-draining cactus mix with pumice/perlite Hardiness Zones : 9–11 (down to ~20°F Native To : South America

Q: Cactus Care

After Arrival Unpack carefully and allow your cactus a few days to acclimate before planting. Once potted, wait about a week before the first light watering. Light Thrives in full sun outdoors; indoors, place near the brightest window possible. Watering Water deeply but infrequently, letting soil dry completely between waterings. Reduce watering in winter when the cactus is dormant. Soil and Pots Use a fast-draining cactus mix with gritty materials like pumice, perlite, or coarse sand. Always pot in containers with drainage holes to prevent rot.

Q: FAQ

How big will it get? This cactus can grow up to 10–15 feet tall in the ground over time, but it stays manageable in pots for many years. Does it flower? Yes, mature plants produce large, fragrant white blooms that open at night in summer. Is it cold hardy? Best in zones 9–11. It can handle short drops to around 20°F, but frost protection is recommended. Is this cactus rare? Yes, the monstrose form is naturally irregular, giving each plant its own unique shape. No two look alike. .

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Size

8-10" Rooted

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Monstrose Apple Cactus (Cereus repandus f. monstrose)

A rare twist on the classic Apple Cactus, this monstrose form grows in unusual, knobby shapes that make each plant a one-of-a-kind living sculpture. These are 8–10" tall, it’s the perfect size to add character to your collection or landscape.

Growth Habit: Columnar, twisted Bloom Season: Summer nights Dormancy: Winter Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade Soil Needs: Fast-draining cactus mix Hardiness Zones: 9–11 (20°F minimum) Native To: South America

What you’ll receive:

One healthy, rooted Monstrose Apple Cactus between 8–10" tall, shipped bare-root and ready for planting.

After Arrival

Carefully unpack your cactus and place it in a bright, airy location. Give it a few days to adjust before potting. Once planted, wait about a week before watering lightly to help it settle into its new environment.

Transplant Tips

Plant in a fast-draining cactus mix with plenty of inorganic material like pumice or perlite. Use a pot with a drainage hole and water sparingly until roots establish. Outdoors, choose a sunny, well-drained spot protected from heavy frost.

Product Details

Cactus Features

Growth Habit: Columnar, twisted, monstrose form
Bloom Season: Summer nights (large white flowers, rarely indoors)
Dormancy: Winter
Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
Soil Needs: Fast-draining cactus mix with pumice/perlite
Hardiness Zones: 9–11 (down to ~20°F
Native To: South America

Cactus Care

After Arrival
Unpack carefully and allow your cactus a few days to acclimate before planting. Once potted, wait about a week before the first light watering.

Light
Thrives in full sun outdoors; indoors, place near the brightest window possible.

Watering
Water deeply but infrequently, letting soil dry completely between waterings. Reduce watering in winter when the cactus is dormant.

Soil and Pots
Use a fast-draining cactus mix with gritty materials like pumice, perlite, or coarse sand. Always pot in containers with drainage holes to prevent rot.

USDA Zone

9a–11

FAQ

How big will it get?

This cactus can grow up to 10–15 feet tall in the ground over time, but it stays manageable in pots for many years.

Does it flower?

Yes, mature plants produce large, fragrant white blooms that open at night in summer.

Is it cold hardy?

Best in zones 9–11. It can handle short drops to around 20°F, but frost protection is recommended.

Is this cactus rare?

Yes, the monstrose form is naturally irregular, giving each plant its own unique shape. No two look alike.

Shipping & Guarantee

At Cactus Warehouse, we take pride in shipping the healthiest, hand-selected cacti straight from our nursery in Fallbrook, CA. All our cacti are hardgrown and carefully checked to ensure you get the best.

Schedule: Orders ship on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays.
Delivery Time: Most orders arrive within 3–5 business days once shipped.
Rates: Free nationwide shipping on all orders.
Carriers: We ship via UPS and USPS with full tracking

Safe Packaging: Each cactus is wrapped in protective kraft paper to reduce movement. During cold weather, you have the option to add heat packs to keep your plants safe.
Care Instructions: Every package includes simple, step-by-step care instructions so you know exactly what to do after arrival.
30-Day Happiness Guarantee: If your cactus doesn’t arrive healthy and happy, we’ll make it right. Email us at info@cactuswarehouse.com and we’ll take care of you.

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Cereus repandus f. monstrose (Monstrose Apple Cactus)