Lophocereus schottii f. monstrosus (Totem Pole Cactus)
Botanical Information
| Family | Cactaceae |
| Genus | Lophocereus |
| Species | schottii |
| Forma | monstrosus |
| Category | Perennials, Tropicals |
| Type | Shrub (evergreen) |
| Ethnobotanical Uses Disclaimer | Edible fruit. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 9 - 11 |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Height | 3 m |
| Spread | 3 m |
| Growth | Slow |
| Flowering Period | June, July, August |
Description and Growing Information
| Shape | Columnar, light green, lumpy and spineless. |
| Propagation | Best by cuttings. |
| Cultivation | Needs little to no water and full sun exposure. |
| Notable Specimens | Desert Botanical Gardens, Phoenix, Arizona, United States of America. |
| Habitat | Sandy, well drained soil. |
| Flower Description | Flowers are pink. |
| Fruit Description | Bears pink and edible fruit. |
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