Cereus peruvianus (Night Blooming Cereus) - Image 15

Botanical names: Cereus peruvianus, Cereus repandus

Common names: Night Blooming Cereus, Peruvian Apple, Column Cactus, Apple Cactus

Family: Cactaceae

Origin: South America

Hardiness: 30°F

USDA Plant Hardiness MapLarge shrub 5-10 ft tallFull sunWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWhite, off-white flowersThorny or spinyEdible plant
Cereus peruvianus (Night Blooming Cereus) red fruit, close up on a plate.
Cereus peruvianus (Night Blooming Cereus) red skin fruit sliced open on a plate.


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