How often should I water Eve's Pin cactus?
Water thoroughly when the soil is completely dry, typically every 2-4 weeks during the growing season. Reduce watering significantly in winter to prevent rot.
Austrocylindropuntia subulata, or Eve's Pin, is a succulent cactus with cylindrical stems and awl-shaped leaves. It grows into a large shrub, featuring sharp spines and s
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Sunlight
Requires full sun for best growth and flowering.
Watering
Allow soil to dry completely between waterings; reduce in winter.
Soil
Well-draining cactus mix, sandy or gritty soil.
Temperature
Thrives in warm temperatures, 10-30 °C. Protect from frost.
Habitat
Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Fertilize sparingly during growing season with low-nitrogen formula.
Requires full sun for best growth and flowering.
Can tolerate partial shade but may become leggy.
Allow soil to dry completely between waterings; reduce in winter.
Active growth: every 2-4 weeks; Dormancy: monthly or less
Well-draining cactus mix, sandy or gritty soil.
Thrives in warm temperatures, 10-30 °C. Protect from frost.
Minimum 0°C for short periods.
Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse
Fertilize sparingly during growing season with low-nitrogen formula.
Every 4-6 weeks in spring/summer; none in winter.
Plant Type
Succulent, Shrub
Plant Category
Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Pot, Garden, Ground
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
2-4 m
Spread
1-2 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
Winter
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Subulate
Flower Size
2-3 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
75000
Weed Status
Yes
Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Toxic for humans
No
Rating: 0/5
Toxic for pets
No
Rating: 0/5
Edible
No
The plant's sharp spines can cause painful skin irritation and injury if handled carelessly. While not chemically toxic, the physical hazard is significant.