monstrose succulents Cereus rapandus peruvians monstrose

monstrose succulents Cereus rapandus peruvians monstroseAlso 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: 50F (10C) Sun exposure: Full sun Origin: Probably West Indies and or Venezuela, but cultivated throughout Central and South America

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

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