Cleistocactus Straussii (Silver Torch)

Cleistocactus Straussii is among the most popular and attractive of the Cleistocactus family. Your rooted plant will measuring approximately 20-24 inches. The stems of this species will reach 2.5 inches in diameter and can grow up to 10 feet tall. It can grow up to 8 inches in a single growing season. Keep it good and dry in between waterings and make sure it's out of the rain if you live in the southeastern US.

The rooted variation ships bare root and the cuttings are shipped ready to plant.

Light: Full Sun

Water: only when dry.

Flower: Purpleish-Red

Native: Bolivia

This cactus will ship bare root and will be ready to place directly in a well draining soil mix like our Custom Cactus Mix.

Photos in the listings unless otherwise specified are representative of the plant that will be sent to you.
However, Plants grow differently and each plant may vary slightly in shape, size, growth pattern, etc.
Of course, if you receive a plant that you are dissatisfied with please reach out to us. We want to make it right!

If temperatures near you are below 45℉ we highly recommend adding a Heat Pack to your order.
If temperatures where you live will be much lower than 20℉ even heat packs may not work. You may consider waiting until things warm up a bit. We know you love your plants just like we do and we wouldn't want any of them to freeze.