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Peniocereus greggii
Arizona Night Blooming Cereus
Information by: Photographer: Jessie Byrd
Description
This cactus can reach 7' tall and grows upward on gray green stems. Spines are black colored. Scented white flowers bloom ONE night in June, 4" wide. It is spectacular. Red orange roundish fruit follow bloom; they are 3" long. Thorns are actually modified leaves. This cactus has a large underground tuber which Native Americans used as a food source.
Sun
Full
Water
Very Low
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy
Soil Condition
Well-drained, Dry
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
Thorns/Spines
Water Saving Tip:
Water-wise plants can be beautiful as well as practical.
Ask at your local nursery for the types of plants that have minimal watering needs.