Cacti- Hildewintera Colademononis "Monkeys Tail"

The Monkey's Tail Cactus, or Hildewintera colademononis, is a rare and visually striking cactus native to the mountainous regions of Bolivia. This trailing cactus is named for its long, cascading stems covered in soft, white, hair-like spines that resemble a monkey’s tail. The stems can grow over a metre in length, making it a stunning choice for hanging baskets or elevated planters.

Key Characteristics:

• Growth Habit: Trailing and sprawling with thick, cylindrical stems.
• Spines: Dense, silky white spines that are soft to the touch.
• Flowers: Produces large, vivid red to magenta blooms in late spring to summer.
• Mature Size: Stems can grow up to 1.5 metres long in ideal conditions.

Care Tips:

• Light: Prefers bright, indirect light. Can tolerate some direct morning sun, but strong afternoon sun may scorch the stems.
• Watering: Water thoroughly during the growing season (spring and summer) when the soil is dry to the touch. Reduce watering in winter when the plant is dormant.
• Soil: Use a well-draining cactus or succulent mix to prevent root rot.
• Temperature: Thrives in warm conditions and should be protected from frost. Ideal temperature range is 10–25°C.
• Fertilising: Feed with a diluted cactus fertiliser during the growing season to encourage flowering and healthy growth.
• Potting: Best suited to hanging baskets or tall pots that allow its stems to trail naturally.

The first photo serves a display purpose only. The succulent plant housed in the red pot comes in a 100mm diameter container. While the image provides a representative depiction of what you will receive, but may vary slightly because no two succulents are the same. 

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