Cereus repandus
The story
In the regions where it grows, this towering columnar cactus is woven into local identities and languages. While known to many as the Peruvian apple cactus, it carries the traditional names 'cadushi' and 'kayush' in South America and neighboring islands, reflecting its long-standing presence in the local landscape.
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- Family
- Cactaceae
How to use it
Because of its tall, upright, and spiny structure, this large columnar species is sometimes referred to as the hedge cactus, indicating its utility as a natural, prickly barrier or living fence.
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Gardening tip
When planting an Apple Cactus, make sure to place it in well-draining soil and give it plenty of sunlight. This cactus loves the sun and will thrive if planted in a spot that gets lots of light!
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In the kitchen
The Apple Cactus is not typically eaten by humans, so it's best to admire this unique plant for its beauty rather than its culinary potential.
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About
Cereus repandus, the Peruvian apple cactus, is a large, erect, spiny columnar cactus found in South America. It is also known as giant club cactus, hedge cactus, cadushi, and kayush.
Ecology
How it lives
- Propagated by
- Seed
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- Name
- Cereus repandus
- Slug
- cereus-repandus
- Kingdom
- Plantae
- Family
- Cactaceae
- Genus
- Cereus
- Species
- repandus
- Wikidata QID
- Q310887
- Propagule type
- seed
- Container suitable
- No
- Indoor suitable
- No
- OSSI pledged
- No
- Hazard level
- 1
- Data completeness
- 43
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