![]() ![]() ![]() The Barrel cactus doesn’t live quite as long, with a lifespan of between 50 to 100 years. ![]() Such longevity isn’t a trait of all species of cactus. This amazing cactus, which lived in Saguaro National Park eventually died of a bacterial infection, which older cacti are vulnerable to, particularly if they have been weakened by injury. There was even one which lived in Arizona until the mid 90s which was thought to be about 300 years old. This impressive and iconic cactus can grow to heights of 60 to 70 feet and lives for 150 to 200 years. The longest living cactus is thought to be the Saguaro cactus, which is native to the desert of Arizona and Mexico. ![]() However, with good care many indoor cactuses can live for many decades. Cacti growing outdoors in ideal conditions tend to live longer than those cultivated as houseplants. It turns out they are all fairly long lived plants, but there is quite a variation in their lifespan.Ĭactus lifespan typically ranges from 10 to 200 years, depending on the species. There are loads of different species of cactus, over 1500 in fact. It got me thinking, just how long do cacti live? I can’t say I’ve kept every cactus I’ve owned thriving and happy to this day, but it’s usually been my less than stellar care that has been the problem, rather than the limit of the lifespan of my cactus. I’ve been growing cacti since I was a child, but I’ve never seen one die of old age. ![]()
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