Monkey Tail Cactus Cutting Cleistocactus colademononis
Monkey Tail Cactus Cutting - Cleistocactus colademononis - 15"-20" Cutting is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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What arrives
An unrooted cutting at the size you pick.
After Arrival:
Carefully unpack your cutting as soon as it arrives. Don’t be alarmed if the base looks dry, that’s completely normal. Cuttings are fresh segments taken from mature plants that don’t yet have roots. They need time to callous over, so let them rest in a dry, shaded spot for a few weeks before planting in cactus soil. Avoid watering during this period, as moisture too soon can lead to rot.
Transplant Tips:
Plant in a pot or directly in the ground with a fast-draining soil mix that includes pumice, perlite, or coarse sand. Ensure your container or planting site has excellent drainage to prevent rot. Position in full sun for best color and growth. Water deeply but infrequently, letting the soil dry completely between waterings.
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, add a heat pack to your order. One is not automatically included.
How to root your cutting
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.
Care
Easy, if you let it dry out.
About this plant
About this plant
Monkey Tail Cactus (Cleistocactus colademononis)
A rare and eye-catching cactus with long, trailing stems covered in soft, silvery-white hairs that look just like a monkey’s tail.
- Unique trailing cactus with soft, hairy stems
- Ideal for hanging baskets and containers
- Produces bright red tubular flowers on mature plants
- Low-maintenance and fast-growing in the right conditions
What you’ll receive:
Unrooted Monkey Tail Cactus cutting, approximately 15-20" long. Fresh cut from a mature plant; it needs a week or two to callous before planting. No roots, pot, or soil included; natural variation in stem shape and hair density may be present.
Please note: This listing is for an unrooted cutting. It has no roots yet and ships without soil or a pot.
Cactus Features
Cactus Features
Cactus Care
Cactus Care
Shipping and guarantee
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Continental US. For cold states we ship before your first frost, then only when the forecast at your door stays above the mid 30s.
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