Pachycereus pringlei
Pachycereus pringlei, commonly known as Mexican giant cactus or elephant cactus, is a perennial member of the Cactaceae family native to Mexico. It has a columnar growth habit and can reach 20 m height. The trunk and the tree-like branches of this cactus have 10 to 17 ribs covered with big areoles bearing 1-3 central spines and 7-10 radial spines. White funnel-shaped flowers bloom from late spring to early summer. Bristly fruits with black seeds are produced.
Datasheet
| Common Name | Mexican Giant Cactus/ Elephant Cactus |
|---|---|
| Botanical name | Pachycereus pringlei |
| Family | Cactaceae |
| Life Cycle | Perennial |
| Foliage | – |
| Basic Colour | white |
| Height | 15 -> 20 m |
| Habitat | low hills, slopes |
| Altitude | 0 – 700 m |
| Bloom Time | April -> July |
| Plant Type | Cactus, Succulent, Ornamental |
| Fruit Type | Berry |
| different tolerances | Hardy |
| Used Parts | Whole plant |
| Plant Uses | Edible fruit, Ornamental |
| Active substances | No active substances known |
| USDA Zone | 10 (-1), 11 (+4) |
| Sun Exposure | Sun |
| Soil pH | Neutral |
| Soil Moisture | Dry |
| Soil Type | Sandy, Stony |
| Propagation | by seeds / by sowing, by Cuttings, Self sows |
| Germination | tell us |
| Pests/ Diseases | Disease free |
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