General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit: Cactus/Succulent
Life cycle: Perennial
Suitable Locations: Xeriscapic
Wildlife Attractant: Hummingbirds
Resistances: Drought tolerant
Pollinators: Birds
Containers: Needs excellent drainage in pots
Miscellaneous: With thorns/spines/prickles/teeth

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Common names
  • Crested Golden Rat Tail
Botanical names
  • Accepted: Borzicactus aureispinus
  • Synonym: Cleistocactus winteri
Also sold as:
  • Cleistocactus winteri f. cristate
  • Borzicactus aureispinus f. cristate

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Location: Jardi Botanic de Soller - Mallorca
Date: 2010-11-06
Location: English Gardens, West Bloomfield, MI
Date: 2011-01-17
Location: English Gardens, West Bloomfield, MI
Date: 2011-01-17

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