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 9–10Climate Arid

Peruvian-Apple Cactus, Pitaya (Cereus Peruvianus) — commonly called Peruvian-Apple Cactus

Culture

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

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Cactaceae
Climate: Arid

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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) — cactus with white and yellow blooms; minimal water requirements make it an ideal plant for xeriscaping or

Peruvian-Apple Cactus, Pitaya (Cereus Peruvianus) — commonly called Peruvian-Apple Cactus; thornless fruit resembling an apple, image 51

Peruvian-Apple Cactus, Pitaya (Cereus Peruvianus) — columnar cactus that can reach heights up to 33 feet; this cactus can reach impressive heights, image 52

Peruvian-Apple Cactus, Pitaya (Cereus Peruvianus) — Its stout stems with deep ribs are capped with nocturnal; ensure enough space is provided for, image 53

Peruvian-Apple Cactus, Pitaya (Cereus Peruvianus) — This drought-tolerant plant prefers full sunlight and well-draining soil; cold-sensitive, it, image 55

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) — making it an excellent accent for xeriscapes; well-draining soil is vital to prevent root rot, image 56

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) — The Peruvian Apple Cactus; its stout stems with deep ribs are capped with nocturnal, image 58

Peruvian-Apple Cactus, Pitaya (Cereus Peruvianus) — is a striking columnar cactus that adds a bold vertical element to any landscape design; which, image 60

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) — with a spread of 4 to 6 feet.<br><br>Hardy in USDA zones 9 to 11; making it an excellent accent, image 62

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, image 61

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