Dog Tail Cactus, Pitaya de Tortuga, Selenicereus testudo, Cereus miravallensis, Cereus pterogonus , Cereus testudo, Deamia diabolica, Deamia testudo, Selenicereus miravallensis
Strophocactus testudo (Dog Tail Cactus) is a climbing or trailing cactus with long, skinny, tail-like, trailing stems. It grows on the ground but is also epiphytic and can grow on trees and branches. In summer or early fall, showy, fragrant white flowers, 6-12 in. across (15-30 cm) open during the night. The blossoms are followed by spherical, spiny fruits, up to 2 in. in diameter (5 cm). Easy to grow, this trailing cactus is perfect for hanging planters and containers. It can be grown as a houseplant, but also grows well outdoors in frost-free climates where it can be used as a groundcover. Drought and humidity tolerant, Dog Tail Cactus is reported to be cold-hardy down to 25°F (-4°C) for short periods.
Hardiness |
9 - 11 |
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Plant Type | Houseplants, Cactus & Succulents |
Plant Family | Cactaceae |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Early, Mid, Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall, Winter |
Height | 8' - 10' (240cm - 3m) |
Spread | 1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
Spacing | 12" - 24" (30cm - 60cm) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Low |
Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Fragrant, Showy, Evergreen |
Tolerance | Drought, Deer, Rabbit, Rocky Soil |
Garden Uses | Ground Covers, Hanging Baskets |
Hardiness |
9 - 11 |
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Plant Type | Houseplants, Cactus & Succulents |
Plant Family | Cactaceae |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Early, Mid, Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall, Winter |
Height | 8' - 10' (240cm - 3m) |
Spread | 1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
Spacing | 12" - 24" (30cm - 60cm) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Low |
Soil Type | Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Fragrant, Showy, Evergreen |
Tolerance | Drought, Deer, Rabbit, Rocky Soil |
Garden Uses | Ground Covers, Hanging Baskets |
How many Strophocactus testudo (Dog Tail Cactus) do I need for my garden?
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