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Cereus peruvianus

Peruvian-Apple Cactus, Pitaya

Plant photo of: Cereus peruvianus
Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Susan Frommer

 

Description

This cactus can grow 25' high and produces large, white blooms. It does best in full sun and dry soil.

 

Plant Type

Cactus

Height Range

3-6', 6-12'

Width Range

Flower Color

Yellow, White

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

Leaf Color

Green, Blue Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

Green, Red

Fruit Season

Summer

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Very Low

Growth Rate

Moderate, Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained, Dry

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

Attracts Bees, Thorns/Spines

Design Styles

Ranch, Spanish

Accenting Features

Silhouette, Specimen, Unusual Shape

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer

Location Uses

Parking Strip, Patio, Raised Planter, With Rocks

Special Uses

Container

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Move turf away form sidewalks and pavement.

Instead plant shrubs or groundcovers next to the pavement, and water with low-flow drip or bubbler system to eliminate runoff from turf sprinklers