Organ Pipe Cactus
Stenocereus thurberi · Native to Arizona and Sonora, Mexico
An iconic columnar cactus of the Sonoran Desert with slender, upright branches rising from a single base like the pipes of a cathedral organ — slow-growing and magnificent.
Available in 4½ inch
Care
Light
Full, direct sun. Native to one of the hottest desert regions in North America.
Water
Deep, infrequent watering. Extremely drought-tolerant. Very little in winter.
Soil & Feeding
Coarse, fast-draining cactus mix. Minimal feeding needed.
Quick Tip
Slow-growing and long-lived — give it room to grow and enjoy it as a long-term investment.
Details
One of the most iconic cacti of the American Southwest, named for the way its slender columns rise from a common base like organ pipes.
- ✅ Iconic multi-stemmed columnar form unique among North American cacti
- ✅ Produces lavender to white night-blooming flowers on mature plants
- ✅ Extremely heat and drought tolerant
Size
Available in a 4½ inch pot.
Good to Know
⚠️ Has stout spines — use gloves when handling. Keep away from children and pets.