Description
Acanthocereus tetragonus, also known as Fairy Castle, is a slow-growing cactus. It earned the name “Fairy Castle Cactus” due to its resemblance to the turrets of a medieval castle. Each stem has five sides, with each ridge lined with white, woolly spines. This cactus is commonly kept as a houseplant indoors, but it can also thrive when planted outdoors in suitable climates.
Family: Cactaceae | Genus: |
Common Name(s): Fairy Castle cactus | Mature Size: 1+ meters in height |
Origin: A miniature cultivar of Acanthocereus tetragonus. | Dormancy: |
Flower Colours: White or Yellow (Nocturnal) | Bloom Season: After 10 Years |
Sun Exposure: Full sun - Partial shade | Watering: “Soak and dry” method |
Temperatures: 15 - 32 °C | Toxic: No |
