Harrisia martinii (Moon Cactus)


Botanical Information

FamilyCactaceae
GenusHarrisia
Speciesmartinii
CategoryPerennials, Tropicals
TypeShrub (evergreen)
OriginArgentina, South America.

Details

USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Height3 - 3.6 m
Flowering PeriodMay, June, July, August

Description and Growing Information

ShapeTall cylindrical shaped cactus.
PropagationPropagate from seed or softwood/woody stem cuttings.
Notable SpecimensDesert Botanical Gardens, Phoenix, Arizona, United States of America.
HabitatOpen woodlands and pastures of Argentina, South America.
Bark/Stem DescriptionThe stems are fleshy and green.
Flower DescriptionCreamy white flowers.

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