Leafy Pencil Plant

Question

From my study of this plant, it should not be leafy. Mine is a few years old, about 4 foot tall but covered in leaves. Am I doing something wrong? I love my plant, as I started it from a few small cuttings and it has gone crazy. It also has almost like runners growing from the top. Very thin stems and are kind of curly in places.

Answer 1

The tiny leaves grow from the tips of the new plant growth and generally will drop off the plant as it ages.
The leaves are normal.

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/cacti-succulents/pencil-cactus/care-pencil-cactus.htm