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Isolatocereus dumortieri

Also Known As

  • Cereus dumortieri
  • Lemaireocereus dumortieri
  • Rathbunia dumortieri
  • Stenocereus dumortieri
  • Candelabra
  • Organ Pipe Cactus

Plant type

tree, cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 40'-50'
  • W: 20'-40'

planting zones

  • 9b-11

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Isolatocereus dumortieri plant details

Isolatocereus dumortieri is an evergreen cactus / succulent or tree with blue foliage. In spring and summer green and white flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun and low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Isolatocereus dumortieri

Plant type: cactus / succulent or tree
Plant family: cactaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 20 FT - 40 FT - wide, 40 FT - 50 FT - tall
Flowers: green and white blooms in spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Isolatocereus dumortieri

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

Gardening facts about Isolatocereus dumortieri plant

How to Grow Isolatocereus dumortieri

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • low - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • green
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glaucous

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