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Senita Cactus

Pachycereus schottii

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Overview

The Senita Cactus, Pachycereus schottii, is a columnar species reaching up to 15 feet tall, thrives in arid conditions, requiring minimal water. Its distinctive feature includes gray-green to blue stems with brownish bristles and blooms nocturnal pink flowers in spring, followed by edible fruit. It is ideal for xeriscapes and accents in rock gardens, hardy in USDA zones 9-11, preferring full sun and well-drained soil.

Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, Very LowZones 9–10
Senita Cactus (Pachycereus schottii) — is a columnar species reaching up to 15 feet tall
Senita Cactus (Pachycereus schottii) — It's characterized by multiple upright stems which can number anywhere from a few to dozensSenita Cactus (Pachycereus schottii) — offering a sculptural and vertical element to gardensSenita Cactus (Pachycereus schottii) — with a spread of approximately 6 to 8 feet when matureSenita Cactus (Pachycereus schottii) — thrives in arid conditionsSenita Cactus (Pachycereus schottii) — It is ideal for xeriscapes and accents in rock gardensSenita Cactus (Pachycereus schottii) — is a notable species for arid landscape design+3

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Extra in Summer, Very Low
USDA zones
9–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Cactaceae

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Senita Cactus (Pachycereus schottii) — is a columnar species reaching up to 15 feet tall
Senita Cactus (Pachycereus schottii) — It's characterized by multiple upright stems which can number anywhere from a few to dozens
Senita Cactus (Pachycereus schottii) — offering a sculptural and vertical element to gardens
Senita Cactus (Pachycereus schottii) — with a spread of approximately 6 to 8 feet when mature
Senita Cactus (Pachycereus schottii) — thrives in arid conditions
Senita Cactus (Pachycereus schottii) — It is ideal for xeriscapes and accents in rock gardens
Senita Cactus (Pachycereus schottii) — is a notable species for arid landscape design
Senita Cactus (Pachycereus schottii) — This columnar cactus typically achieves heights ranging from 12 to 15 feet
Senita Cactus (Pachycereus schottii) — preferring full sun and well-drained soil
Senita Cactus (Pachycereus schottii) — scientifically referred to as Pachycereus schottii

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