Pilosocereus azureus
(This plant comes in a 3.5" pot. You will receive a very similar plant to the one in the picture. It may or may not be blooming at the time of your purchase. The plant is shipped in its pot to prevent any damage to the roots).
Description: It is one of the most spectacular columnar tree-like cereus 1 to 10 (or more) m tall. It ramify at the base or develops a distinct trunk with dozens of erected glaucous (bluish-silver) branches. Its elegant habit (shape) makes it look like a miniature blue Saguaro. This is one of the bluest columnar cacti.
Some of the information in this description has been found at desert-tropicals.com, llifle.com and cactus-art.biz
Blooming Season | Summer |
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Common Name | Tree cactus |
Dormancy | Winter |
Family | Cactaceae |
Flower | White |
Frost Tolerance | - |
Growth Rate | Fast growth |
Hardiness Zone | 9b to 11b |
Height | 10-30 feet |
Origin | Brazil. |
Pot Size | 3.5" |
Scientific Name | Pilosocereus azureus |
Shape | Columnar |
Sun Exposure | Full sun |