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    Jasminocereus thouarsii

    Also Known As

    • Brachycereus thouarsii
    • Cereus thouarsii
    • Jasminocereus galapagensis
    • Jasminocereus howellii
    • Jasminocereus thouarsii var. thouarsii
    • Candelabra Cactus

    Plant type

    tree, cactus / succulent

    size

    • H: 10'-20'
    • W: 3'-8'

    planting zones

    • 10a-11

    Jasminocereus thouarsii plant details

    One of many cacti known by the common name Candelabra cactus for the upright, branched structure resembling a candelabra. The stems grow in long, ribbed segments, lined in sharp spines, reaching over 20 feet tall. The large, fragrant, white to yellow flowers open very early in the morning, pollinated by bees, flies, and ants. The fruit that follow are maroon-red.

    Jasminocereus thouarsii is an evergreen cactus / succulent or tree with green foliage. In summer chartreuse, white and yellow flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts bees and beneficial insects making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Jasminocereus thouarsii

    Plant type: cactus / succulent or tree
    Plant family: cactaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 3 FT - 8 FT - wide, 10 FT - 20 FT - tall
    Flowers: chartreuse, white and yellow blooms in summer
    Uses: fragrant, rare

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Jasminocereus thouarsii

    USDA Zones: 10a - 11
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: low
    Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: lean and well-drained

    Gardening facts about Jasminocereus thouarsii plant

    How to Grow Jasminocereus thouarsii

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • low - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • lean
      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant
      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • white
      • yellow
      • chartreuse

    • Wildlife

      • beneficial insects
      • bees

    • Fruit

      • red

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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