| General Description | Leptocereus quadricostatus is a shrub or small tree. Soil pH requirements are 6.1-6.5 (mildly acidic), 6.6-7.5 (neutral) and 7.6-7.8 (mildly alkaline). |
| ID Characteristic | Drought-tolerant, suitable for container growing. Full sun and sun to partial shade. |
| Propagation | Woody stem and softwood cuttings. Allow cut surface to callous over before planting. From seed; direct sow after last frost. |
| Pests | Major threats are invasive grasses, fire, and tourism development. Natural disasters: hurricanes, coastal inundation and earthquakes, are a current and on-going threat. |
| Habitat | Subtropical or tropical dry forests and shrub-land. |
| Colour Description | Pale yellow, yellow-green and pale green when in bloom. |