Identified: Austrocylindropuntia subulata cristata – Weak Stems Normal

ID Confirmed

Photo shows Austrocylindropuntia subulata f. cristata. Normal form grows 10 ft; cristate stays smaller with weaker stems.

Symptoms

• Half fallen over = weak stems (genetic).
• Pale, wrinkly base = possible sunburn (white = sunburn).
• No rot if firm.

Care

• Water only when dry.
• No direct sun (sunburn risk).
• If stem gets mushy: remove affected, repot healthy.

Two Plants in Pot

Separate if one rots. Cristate forms are fragile but collectible.