Fairy Castle Cactus
Common Name:
Fairy Castle Cactus
Scientific Name:
Acanthocereus tetragonus
Also Known As:
Triangle Cactus, Castle Cactus
Origin
Native to the deserts of North, Central, and South America.Description
This cactus grows upright with multiple branching columns that resemble towers of a castle. It can reach over a meter tall indoors.Light Requirements
Full sun or bright light; tolerates some light shade.Watering
Water when the top inch of soil is dry. In winter, water only enough to prevent shriveling.Top Tips for Care
- Use a cactus mix with coarse sand or perlite.
- Fertilize lightly in spring and summer only.
- Avoid repotting too often; they like to stay root-bound.