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Crested Cotton Pole Cactus

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Taxonomy

Scientific name

Austrocylindropuntia vestita f. cristata

Genus

Austrocylindropuntia

Family

Cactaceae

Order

Caryophyllales

How to care for Crested Cotton Pole Cactus

💦 Water

How often to water your Crested Cotton Pole Cactus

Crested Cotton Pole Cactus needs 0.5 cups of water every 12 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
12

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Crested Cotton Pole Cactus in your home

Crested Cotton Pole Cactus love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Crested Cotton Pole Cactus does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Crested Cotton Pole Cactus in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Crested Cotton Pole Cactus

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Crested Cotton Pole Cactus: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Crested Cotton Pole Cactus after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Crested Cotton Pole Cactus is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!

Benefits of Growing Crested Cotton Pole Cactus →

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💦 Water Needs

Crested Cotton Pole Cactus thrives in dry soil and should be watered sparingly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Crested Cotton Pole Cactus Water Frequency →

Crested Cotton Pole Cactus Root Rot →

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Crested Cotton Pole Cactus requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

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Crested Cotton Pole Cactus Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Crested Cotton Pole Cactus is not known to cause harm to humans or pets. Regardless, if you, a family member, a cat, or dog has ingested any plant material, please consult a doctor or a veterinarian.

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💨 Humidity

Crested Cotton Pole Cactus prefers dry environments. Providing extra humidity or misting your plant allows water to linger on leaves, which can create the perfect environment for harmful types of fungi.

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🪴 Soil

Crested Cotton Pole Cactus is very sensitive to wet soil, so choose a potting soil that drains very well and doesn’t retain too much moisture. A good soil will have lots of perlite or vermiculite for drainage and some organic matter for nutrition. A few handfuls of perlite added to regular store-bought cactus soil will do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Crested Cotton Pole Cactus →

When and How to Successfully Repot Crested Cotton Pole Cactus →

💩 Fertilizer

Crested Cotton Pole Cactus grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

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🌎 Native Region

Crested Cotton Pole Cactus is native to South America.

🌸 Flowers

Yes, you may see your Crested Cotton Pole Cactus bloom with the right amount of sunlight and water.

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⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Crested Cotton Pole Cactus grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.

How and When to Prune Crested Cotton Pole Cactus →

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Crested Cotton Pole Cactus can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 9a-11b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

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🌱 Propagation

The seeds of Crested Cotton Pole Cactus can be used to grow new plants! After your plant flowers, any seeds that formed can be collected and germinated in potting soil.

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🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.

😖 Common Issues

Overwatering is a likely cause of issues with Crested Cotton Pole Cactus. These plants are very sensitive to wet soil so if you notice your plant becoming squishy or translucent, overwatering is the likely culprit.

Cut your plant just past where the rot ends and allow it to callus over for a few days before replanting it in fresh, dry soil. Download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!