Who's photograph is this?

Thanks for the information!

Hi Everyone, An update on my budding Cleistocactus Straussi. I eventually (carefully) replaced some of the top soil. Summer decided to arrive here in Belgium, so the buds are growing. I think one of them will bloom tomorrow or the day after. Since I grow my succulents in my bedroom with no winter re...

Hi Steve,

Thanks for the advice.
I'm actually based in Antwerp, Belgium. My previous post was in connection to cuttings I gathered while on holiday in Sicily.
I'll wait with repotting and hope it will bloom. If it does, I'll try to get pictures!

Hi Everyone, About 2 years ago I was given a cutting from a Cleistocactus Straussi at the local botanical garden. I noticed there are some buds forming (still very small) and only visible upon close inspection. The plant is on my 'repotting list' for the upcoming weekend. I watered it last Saturday....

@Dodi: Thanks for the tip. It very much resembles a Cylindropuntia Fulgida.
@closetguy: What type of cactus is in your picture? Also a cholla?

Hi Everybody

During my visit to the botanical garden of Palermo I found a cactus cutting, but have some trouble identifying it. Any suggestions?
Thanks in advance.