Monkey Tail Cactus Cuttings - Hildewintera colademononis (2 Live Unrooted Cuttings, 4-5 in) Tarantula Cactus

About This Plant

Hildewintera colademononis, commonly known as Monkey's Tail Cactus or Tarantula Cactus, is a trailing cactus with long cascading stems covered in soft, silky white hairs for a fuzzy appearance. Mature plants may produce salmon-orange flowers. This listing features fresh unrooted cuttings suitable for propagation.

What You Will Receive

Two live Monkey Tail Cactus cuttings, each approximately 4–5 inches long. Freshly cut, healthy unrooted cuttings taken from mature mother plants. Rooting is required after arrival. Cuttings may vary in size, shape, color, and thickness.

Growing Information

Common Name: Monkey's Tail Cactus / Tarantula Cactus
Botanical Name: Hildewintera colademononis (Cleistocactus colademononis)
Plant Type: Trailing cactus / succulent
Growth Stage: Fresh unrooted cutting
Sun Requirements: Bright light to full sun; acclimate gradually to intense sunlight
Soil: Very well-draining cactus or succulent mix
Watering: Low; water only after the soil has completely dried
Growth Habit: Long, trailing and cascading stems
Mature Stem Length: Approximately 6–8 feet
Growth Rate: Moderate under favorable conditions
USDA Zones: 9–11
Bloom Time: Late spring through summer on mature plants
Flower Color: Salmon-orange

Care Tips

Allow freshly cut ends to callus before planting. Use a small pot with drainage holes and a fast-draining cactus mix. Insert the callused end about 1 inch into soil. Place in bright indirect light while roots develop and avoid watering immediately after planting. After about a week, begin watering sparingly, allowing the soil to dry completely between waterings.