Stenocerus stellatus (Xoconostle)


Botanical Information

FamilyCactaceae
GenusStenocerus
Speciesstellatus
CategoryPerennials, Tropicals
TypeShrub (evergreen)
OriginSouthern United States of America, Mexico, and northern parts of South America.

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone9a - 11
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Height2 - 4 m
Flowering PeriodApril, May, June, July, August

Description and Growing Information

PropagationPropagate from cuttings or seed.
Notable SpecimensDesert Botanical Gardens, Phoenix, Arizona, United States of America.
Fruit DescriptionRed fruit that is edible.

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