Trichocereus spachianus

+ Add

Golden Torch Cactus

Previous Photo Next Photo

Information by: Photographer: GardenSoft

Description

Trichocereus spachianus is covered with spines. It is a columnar cactus that reaches 7' tall with 10-15 ribs and basally branching which are 2"-2.5" in diameter. It needs light shade in the desert and a moderate amount of watering. Large white nocturnal flowers bloom in the spring. Flowers are 8" long and 6" in diameter. This cactus is frost tender.

Plant Type

Shrub, Cactus

Height Range

3-6', 6-12'

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

Green

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Very Low

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky

Soil Condition

Well-drained

Soil pH

Basic

Adverse Factors

Thorns/Spines

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Seascape, Spanish

Accenting Features

Silhouette, Specimen, Unusual Shape

Seasonal Interest

n/a

Location Uses

Background, Entry, Parking Lot, Roadside, Swimming Pool, With Rocks

Special Uses

Container, Mass Planting, Fire Resistant, Small Spaces

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Water-wise plants can be beautiful as well as practical.

Ask at your local nursery for the types of plants that have minimal watering needs.