https://youtu.be/xDfXkk3UJUM 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 NameMexican Giant Cactus/ Elephant Cactus Botanical namePachycereus pringlei FamilyCactaceae Life CyclePerennialFoliage - Basic ColourwhiteHeight15 -> 20 mHabitatlow hills, slopes Altitude0 - 700 mBloom TimeApril -> JulyPlant TypeCactus, Succulent, Ornamental Fruit TypeBerrydifferent tolerancesHardyUsed PartsWhole plantPlant UsesEdible fruit, OrnamentalActive substancesNo active substances knownUSDA Zone10 (-1), 11 (+4)Sun ExposureSunSoil pHNeutralSoil MoistureDrySoil Type Sandy, StonyPropagationby seeds / by sowing, by Cuttings, Self sowsGerminationtell usPests/ DiseasesDisease free Open Next Page To See More Photos. Pachycereus pringlei Pachycereus pringlei