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Chalk Cactus Cutting 10.5 inch Stenocereus Beneckei (One of a Kind)

$89.95

Plant facts

SunlightFull sun to partial shade
WaterLow water. Only when soil is fully dry
USDA zones10,11, hardy to about 30F
Mature sizeThis cutting is about 10.5 in long. Chalk Cactus branches into a shrubby clump about 3 to 6 ft tall over many years. Approximate, may vary.
Time to matureModerate. A few inches a year once rooted, in warm weather with summer water. Approximate, may vary.
PetsNon-toxic to pets, Non-toxic to cats, Non-toxic to dogs
LivesOutdoors
Ships asUnrooted cutting, no pot or soil

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What to expect in the box
You will receive the exact Chalk Cactus cutting pictured, about 10.5 inches long, cut to order, callused, and shipped bare without soil or a pot. After arrival: unbox with thick gloves, the spines are long and sharp. The cut end is already callused. Stand it upright in dry, fast-draining cactus mix (bury the bottom 3-4 inches and stake it if needed) in bright shade. Do not water for 2-3 weeks, then water lightly and let it dry fully between waterings. Move it into full sun once it resists a gentle tug, usually within 6-10 weeks in warm weather. Some scuffing of spines in transit is normal and does not harm the plant.

Cacti can look slightly dull after a few days in a dark box. Color returns within a week or two of bright light. If your area drops below 40F, we recommend adding a heat pack to your order, as one is not automatically included.

How to root your cutting

1. Let it callous. Keep the cutting upright in a dry, shaded spot for 2 to 3 weeks so the base fully hardens. Do not water it during this time.

2. Plant it. Set the calloused end 1 to 2 inches deep in dry, well-draining cactus soil. A terracotta pot with a drainage hole works best.

3. Wait, then water lightly. Hold off on water for about a week after planting, then water sparingly until roots take hold. Start it in bright, indirect light and move to full sun over a few weeks.

This is the exact cutting you will receive. A one of a kind Stenocereus beneckei Chalk Cactus cutting, about 10.5 inches long, taken from the mother plant on our farm in Fallbrook, California.

Chalk Cactus is the white one: the skin carries a powdery chalk coat over blue green flesh, and new spines come in red. It is a rare columnar from southern Mexico and hard to find in any size. You can see green where the chalk has rubbed thin and a few rusty spots at the areoles, normal for a field plant and priced in.

Photographed on the mother plant. We cut it to order and let the cut callus before it ships, so allow up to about a week before it goes out. It ships bare, without soil or a pot.

  • Light: Full sun on the coast, light afternoon shade inland
  • Water: Low. Soak and dry, keep dry in winter
  • Hardiness: USDA zones 10 to 11, protect below about 35 F
  • Growth: Moderate in warm weather

Please note: This is an unrooted, callused cutting shipped without soil or a pot. You will receive the exact cutting pictured.

Cold Weather Warning

If your area drops below 40°F during the colder months, we highly recommend adding a heat pack to your order, as we don’t automatically include one. This helps keep your plants safe in transit. 🌡️❄️

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Product Details

Cactus Care

Chalk Cactus wants heat, sharp drainage, and a dry winter. Treat the white coat gently, it rubs off on hands and hoses.

  • Light: Full sun on the coast, bright light with some afternoon shade in hot inland spots. Ease it into sun after rooting.
  • Water: Soak and dry once rooted. Water deeply, let the soil dry completely, keep it dry in winter.
  • Soil: Sandy, fast-draining cactus mix in a pot with a drainage hole.
  • Temperature: Frost tender. Hardy in USDA zones 10 to 11, bring it in or cover it below about 35 F.
  • Feeding: A diluted cactus fertilizer once or twice in spring and summer.

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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: Standard orders ship within 5 business days, on Monday, Tuesday, or Thursday. Priority Processing (added in the cart) ships on the next ship day.
  • Delivery Time: Most orders arrive within 3–5 business days once shipped.
  • Rates: Free shipping on orders $99+ (Continental US). Orders under $99 ship for a flat $9.95.
  • 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.
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