Old Man Cactus (Cephalocereus senilis)
Cephalocereus senilis, the Old Man Cactus, is a columnar cactus distinguished by dense white hair covering its stems, giving it an aged appearance.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Allow soil to dry out completely between waterings.
Soil
Requires well-draining soil, such as a cactus or succulent mix, with added perlite or grit for aeration.
Temperature
Ideal growing temperature is 18-24°C.
Habitat
Outdoor, Greenhouse, Indoor
Fertilizer
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength during the growing season.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Protect from intense afternoon sun in hot climates.
Allow soil to dry out completely between waterings.
Reduce watering in winter.
Requires well-draining soil, such as a cactus or succulent mix, with added perlite or grit for aeration.
Ideal growing temperature is 18-24°C.
Can tolerate cooler temperatures in winter dormancy.
Outdoor, Greenhouse, Indoor
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength during the growing season.
Do not fertilize in winter.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Succulent
Plant Category
Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Pot, Ground
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Greenhouse, Indoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
1-15 m
Spread
0.3-1 m
Growth Rate
Slow
Dormancy
Winter
Leaf Type
Absent
Flower Size
3-5 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
80000
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderCaryophyllales
- familyCactaceae
- genusCephalocereus
- speciesCephalocereus senilis
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No
Non-toxic to pets and humans.