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Stenocereus pruinosus

Also Known As

  • Pitaya

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 20'
  • W: 15'

planting zones

  • 9b-11

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Stenocereus pruinosus plant details

Stenocereus pruinosus is an evergreen cactus / succulent. Features fuzzy and glaucous texture. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Stenocereus pruinosus

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: cactaceae
Mature size: 0 - 15 FT - wide, 0 - 20 FT - tall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Stenocereus pruinosus

USDA Zones: 9b - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Tree-like, many branched to 15ft. White flowers, edible fruit. Hardy to 30F.
Full Sun. Outdoor. Small white, slightly pinkish, night blooming flowers.

By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens

Gardening facts about Stenocereus pruinosus plant

How to Grow Stenocereus pruinosus

  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rocky
    • gritty
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun

Features

  • Texture

    • glaucous
    • fuzzy
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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