Cleistocactus strausii is a tall, column-forming cactus covered in dense silver-white spines that give the plant its distinctive frosted appearance. Over time it develops upright clumps and can produce narrow tubular red flowers on mature plants.
These plants are offered in two size grades and will be sent bare rooted for safer shipping and reduced freight weight.
Care
Light: Bright light to full sun.
Water: Allow potting mix to dry between watering.
Temperature: Prefers warm to mild conditions. Protect from heavy frost.
Media: Free-draining cactus or succulent mix.
Feeding: Light feeding during active growth in spring and summer.
Key Characteristics
Plant size: Upright columnar cactus
Colour: Silver-white spination over green stems
Growth habit: Clumping, vertical growth
Flower colour: Tubular red flowers on mature plants
Blooming season: Usually warmer months on established specimens
Growth rate: Moderate
Special note: Plants supplied bare rooted for shipping
Available Sizes
Under 30 cm: Younger plants suitable for smaller pots and collectors starting a specimen.
Over 30 cm: Larger established plants with stronger column development.
Shipping and Biosecurity Information
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Dispatch:
Orders are processed in scheduled weekly runs.
VIC, QLD, NSW, SA & ACT: Sunday 11:59 pm cut-off. Orders are generally prepared from Monday and dispatched by Thursday. Allow up to 9 working days for processing.
WA, TAS & NT: Thursday 11:59 pm cut-off for Friday treatment. Orders are generally prepared from Monday and dispatched by Thursday. Allow up to 10 working days for treatment, certification and processing.
Dispatch dates are not guaranteed and may be affected by biosecurity requirements, weather, public holidays, order volumes and plant preparation.
Express Shipping speeds up transit after dispatch only. It does not speed up processing, treatment or certification.
Biosecurity Fees:
WA & TAS: $20 per order
NT: $10 per order
Fees are included at checkout and help cover mandatory plant treatment and health certification.
Important:
Where certification is required, a physical address must be supplied for traceability. Delivery to a PO Box is still allowed.
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