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Peruvian-Apple Cactus, Pitaya

Cereus Peruvianus

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Overview

Cereus peruvianus, commonly called Peruvian-Apple Cactus, is a towering, columnar cactus that can reach heights up to 33 feet. Its stout stems with deep ribs are capped with nocturnal, fragrant white blooms, later bearing edible, thornless fruit resembling an apple. This drought-tolerant plant prefers full sunlight and well-draining soil, making it an excellent accent for xeriscapes. Cold-sensitive, it thrives in USDA zones 9b-11.

Sun Full, HalfWater Very LowZones 9–10Type CactusClimate Arid
Peruvian-Apple Cactus, Pitaya (Cereus Peruvianus) — also known as Cereus peruvianus or Pitaya
Peruvian-Apple Cactus, Pitaya (Cereus Peruvianus) — cactus for full or half; particularly in areas frequented by children and petsPeruvian-Apple Cactus, Pitaya (Cereus Peruvianus) — commonly called Peruvian-Apple CactusPeruvian-Apple Cactus, Pitaya (Cereus Peruvianus) — columnar cactus that can reach heights up to 33 feetPeruvian-Apple Cactus, Pitaya (Cereus Peruvianus) — thornless fruit resembling an apple; cactus for full or half, image 54Peruvian-Apple Cactus, Pitaya (Cereus Peruvianus) — also known as Cereus peruvianus or Pitaya; is a striking columnar cactus that adds a bold, image 59Peruvian-Apple Cactus, Pitaya (Cereus Peruvianus) — Cold-sensitive, it thrives in USDA zones 9b-11; spiny surface which requires consideration for, image 57+63

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Very Low
USDA zones
9–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Cactus
Family
Cactaceae
Climate
Arid

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Peruvian-Apple Cactus, Pitaya (Cereus Peruvianus) — also known as Cereus peruvianus or Pitaya
Peruvian-Apple Cactus, Pitaya (Cereus Peruvianus) — cactus for full or half; particularly in areas frequented by children and pets
Peruvian-Apple Cactus, Pitaya (Cereus Peruvianus) — commonly called Peruvian-Apple Cactus
Peruvian-Apple Cactus, Pitaya (Cereus Peruvianus) — columnar cactus that can reach heights up to 33 feet
Peruvian-Apple Cactus, Pitaya (Cereus Peruvianus) — thornless fruit resembling an apple; cactus for full or half, image 54
Peruvian-Apple Cactus, Pitaya (Cereus Peruvianus) — also known as Cereus peruvianus or Pitaya; is a striking columnar cactus that adds a bold, image 59
Peruvian-Apple Cactus, Pitaya (Cereus Peruvianus) — Cold-sensitive, it thrives in USDA zones 9b-11; spiny surface which requires consideration for, image 57
Peruvian-Apple Cactus, Pitaya (Cereus Peruvianus) — this cactus can reach impressive heights of up to 10 to 15 feet if given ample time to grow; cactus with
Peruvian-Apple Cactus, Pitaya (Cereus Peruvianus) — Cold-sensitive, it thrives in USDA zones 9b-11; spiny surface which requires consideration for placement
Peruvian-Apple Cactus, Pitaya (Cereus Peruvianus) — is a striking columnar cactus that adds a bold vertical element to any landscape design
Peruvian-Apple Cactus, Pitaya (Cereus Peruvianus) — Its rapid vertical growth and potential to branch out
Peruvian-Apple Cactus, Pitaya (Cereus Peruvianus) — particularly in areas frequented by children and pets; commonly called Peruvian-Apple Cactus
Peruvian-Apple Cactus, Pitaya (Cereus Peruvianus) — the Peruvian Apple Cactus prefers full sun exposure to promote strong and healthy growth, image 63
Peruvian-Apple Cactus, Pitaya (Cereus Peruvianus) — columnar cactus that can reach heights up to 33 feet; this cactus can reach impressive heights of up to 10
Peruvian-Apple Cactus, Pitaya (Cereus Peruvianus) — make it a superb choice as a focal plant or used to create natural fencing; with a spread of 4 to 6
Peruvian-Apple Cactus, Pitaya (Cereus Peruvianus) — which are an off-white color and can span up to 6 inches in length
Peruvian-Apple Cactus, Pitaya (Cereus Peruvianus) — This drought-tolerant plant prefers full sunlight and well-draining soil
Peruvian-Apple Cactus, Pitaya (Cereus Peruvianus) — is a striking columnar cactus that adds a bold vertical element to any landscape design; which are an
Peruvian-Apple Cactus, Pitaya (Cereus Peruvianus) — thornless fruit resembling an apple; cactus for full or half
Peruvian-Apple Cactus, Pitaya (Cereus Peruvianus) — with a spread of 4 to 6 feet.<br><br>Hardy in USDA zones 9 to 11
Peruvian-Apple Cactus, Pitaya (Cereus Peruvianus) — The Peruvian Apple Cactus; its stout stems with deep ribs are capped with nocturnal
Peruvian-Apple Cactus, Pitaya (Cereus Peruvianus) — thornless fruit resembling an apple
Peruvian-Apple Cactus, Pitaya (Cereus Peruvianus) — This drought-tolerant plant prefers full sunlight and well-draining soil; cold-sensitive, it thrives in
Peruvian-Apple Cactus, Pitaya (Cereus Peruvianus) — white and yellow flowers in the garden; the Peruvian Apple Cactus
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