Water
Water deeply when the top few inches of soil are dry. Avoid waterlogged conditions, which can lead to root rot. Reduce watering in cooler months.
Also known as Andes Organ Pipe Cactus · Queen Of The Night · Queen-Of-The-Night
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
80% intensity
Protect from intense afternoon sun.
Water when soil is dry to the touch.
60% intensity
Reduce in winter.
Well-draining cactus or succulent mix is essential. A gritty, sandy loam is ideal.
50% intensity
Ideal growing range is 18-25°C.
70% intensity
Can tolerate brief periods of cooler temperatures.
Outdoor, Greenhouse
50% intensity
Feed during growing season.
40% intensity
Use diluted balanced fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water deeply when the top few inches of soil are dry. Avoid waterlogged conditions, which can lead to root rot. Reduce watering in cooler months.
Prune to shape or control size, typically in spring. Remove any dead or damaged stems. Cuttings can be used for propagation.
Easily propagated from stem cuttings. Allow cuttings to callus for a few days before planting in well-draining soil.
Repot every 2-3 years or when the plant outgrows its container, preferably in spring. Use a pot with drainage holes and fresh cactus mix.
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