This is a miniature version of Cereus peruvianus monstrose.
Also known as the monstrose apple cactus, it is a cactus with a branching, treelike form. This cactus has irregularly ribbed gray to green stems that can grow up to 15' tall, large night-blooming white flowers and edible orange fruits with white flesh.
Recommended temperature zone: USDA:10-12
Minimum avg. temperature: 50°F (10°C)
Sun exposure: Full sun
Origin: Probably West Indies and or Venezuela, but cultivated throughout Central and South America
Growth habits: Tree-like cactus, up to 33' tall (10 m); segmented stems, 4 to 8" in
diameter (10 to 20 cm); 9 or 10 rounded ribs; very variable supination
Propagation: Cuttings in summer
Some of the information in this description has been found at desert-tropicals.com, llifle.com and cactus-art.biz
| Blooming Season | Summer |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Monstrose apple cactus |
| Dormancy | Winter |
| Family | Cactaceae |
| Flower | Green |
| Frost Tolerance | -5° C |
| Growth Rate | Slow growth |
| Hardiness Zone | 9 to 11. |
| Height | 1-5 feet |
| Origin | South america |
| Scientific Name | Cereus peruvianus monstrose mini |
| Shape | Needle |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun |
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United StatesElated
This cactus is exceptionally marvelous. Very healthy. Shipped without issues from Cali to Indy. Couldn't be any happier with this cactus and all the others I have purchased.
United StatesCute
Very interesting plant. Can’t wait for it to get bigger,
United Statesmini cactus
Oh my word - this is SUCH a cute plant!!!!! It arrived well packaged, so it was in great shape.
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