How to grow Golden Rat Tail

Cleistocactus winteri

Can tolerate a slight frost down to -2°C , but damage will occur to plant.


Water regularly in the summer, every 2-3 weeks in a sunny location, water much less frequently in the winter (approx. every 6 weeks).

Transplanting Golden Rat Tail

If propagating through rooting, allow a callous to form over the cut before planting. Adding a rooting hormone for softwood cuttings can help the process along.

Ensure that temperatures are mild (minimum night temperatures should be around 15°C / 59°F) and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Golden Rat Tail is a tender plant.

How long does Golden Rat Tail take to grow?

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Other names for Golden Rat Tail

Hildewintera aureispina, Loxanthocereus aureispinus, Winterocereus aureispinus, Borzicactus aureispinus, Winteria aureispina, Cleistocactus aureispinus

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