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Large Healthy Pencil Cactus (Succulent) “Firestick” 56” x 32” (4.67 ft - $150 (Eagan)
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Pencil Cactus/fire cactus, while not a true cactus that’s the name! it is a succulent.
Plant has been re-potted in a sturdy 10” Nursery container with good drainage. (Purchased from Gerten’s Nursery).
Glazed planter NFS (at this time)
Price per foot is around $100. Asking $150 for 4.67 feet!
Care: Pencil cacti should be watered sparingly, typically every two to three weeks during the growing season (spring and summer), and only once a month during the dormant season (fall and winter). Let the soil dry out completely between waterings to prevent root rot.
Many Advantages of a Pencil Cactus, also known as “Fire Stick”:
Low Maintenance & Resilience
Air Purification & Health Benefits
Drought Tolerance & Water Conservation
Aesthetic Appeal and Decorative Value
Versatile Placement & Adaptability
Non-Toxicity & Pet-Friendly Nature. Plus more.
pencil cactus description
The Pencil Cactus (Euphorbia tirucalli), also known as the Firestick Plant, is a unique succulent characterized by its slender, pencil-like stems and minimal leaves
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Here's a more detailed description:
Stems:
• The most distinguishing feature of the Pencil Cactus is its numerous, cylindrical stems that grow vertically.
• These stems are typically green, but can develop reddish or purplish hues, especially when exposed to sunlight.
• They are smooth and can reach significant heights, resembling a cluster of upright pencils or coral.
Leaves:
• The Pencil Cactus lacks prominent leaves. Instead, it has small, oval-shaped leaves that appear briefly at the tips of new growth.
• These leaves are short-lived and often fall off quickly, giving the plant a mostly leafless appearance.
Flowers:
• The Pencil Cactus produces small, inconspicuous yellow flowers that appear in clusters at the branch tips during the late spring and early summer.