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Peruvian Apple Cactus
الصبار العمودي (السيريوس) · Cereus repandus
A tall column cactus used in desert gardens. Its fruits are edible.
Quick facts
| Arabic name | الصبار العمودي (السيريوس) |
|---|---|
| English name | Peruvian Apple Cactus |
| Scientific name | Cereus repandus |
| Family | Cactus family (Cactaceae) |
| Plant type | Column cactus |
| Height | 3 to 10 m |
| Water use | Low |
Planting and harvest calendar
Best time to plant
March to June
Flowering time
May to August
JanuaryFebruaryMarchAprilMayJuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovemberDecember
Planting timeHarvest or flowering
Times are general for the Saudi climate and may shift a few weeks by region: cooler in the highlands and the north, warmer on the coasts and in the south.
Description
A cactus with blue-green ribbed columns, big white flowers that open at night and red fruits.
Where it grows
Planted in gardens in all regions.
Soil
Needs sandy, well-drained soil.
Water and irrigation
Needs little water.
Climate and light
Loves sun and heat.
Propagation
From cuttings.
Benefits and uses
- Handles drought
- Big night flowers
Drawbacks
- Spines
- Can lean when very tall
Sources and references
The information was collected and checked from these scientific sources: