Cereus peruvianus monstrose mini

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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
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