Pilosocereus calcisaxicolus

Pilosocereus calcisaxicolus, belongs to the Cactaceae family. This cactus grows up to 12-15 ft. in height and is native to Brazil. Pilosocereus calcisaxicolus is a shrubby or columnar plant that looks like a miniature Blue Saguaro. Growth Rate The growth rate of the Blue Torch Cactus is slow. Flowering The flowers bloom in the mid-summer in beautiful white to pale pink shade. Water and Feeding/Fertilizer Watering once a week is more than enough for Pilosocereus calcisaxicolus. It needs a solid supply of water in the summer season. Always try to use balanced fertilizer which will not harm the cactus. Soil This cactus prefers dry soil with organic materials. Hardiness   Pilosocereus calcisaxicolus belongs to the hardiness zone of 10a – 11 and has a frost tolerance of -12° C (10.4° F).  Light Pilosocereus calcisaxicolus cacti need full sun to partial shade. Like other cacti, they need good sunlight to flourish. Propagation The best way to propagate this variety of cacti is with cutting