The thick, cylindrical stem ofEulychniacastanea monstruosacan be a little intimidating. Short, yellow spines zig-zag across the stem, with fresh spines emerging in a deep orange hue, while older spines lower down fade to a pale yellow.

WATERING

Water when 100% of the soil has dried out. Keep dry during winter months.

LIGHT REQUIREMENTS

Full sun.

FEED

Use a cactus fertiliser 3 times between March – November.

REPOTTING

Repot every 2-3 years. Use a well-draining cactus compost, adding extra drainage such as perlite, pumice or grit.

POT SIZE / HEIGHT

See available sizes below. Please note that, due to their natural variability, specimens’ height may be within 10-20% of the stated height below.

Plant is supplied in its plastic nursery pot.