Lemaireocereus pruinosus is a powdery, gray columnar cactus that grows to 20' in height in time, with stems to 8" in diameter.

Recommended Temperature Zone:
USDA: 10
Frost Tolerance: takes little frost

Sun Exposure: Full sun

Origin: South-central Mexico (Chiapas, Puebla)

Growth Habits: Columnar, branching close to the base, up to 20 feet tall (6 m), accasionally with trunk; 5 or 6 prominent ribs; areoles up to 1.6 in. apart (4 cm); 1 (to 4) grayish central spine, up to 1.2 in. long (3 cm); 5-9 grey radials with browner tips

Watering Needs: Little to moderate water

Blooming Habits:
White, slightly pinkish, night blooming flowers in spring, 2.4 to 3.6 inches long (6-9 cm). The tube areoles are with brownish wool. The ovoid fruit has spines when immature, 2.4 to 2.8 inches long (6-7 cm). It is red when mature. The seeds are yellowish brown with a rough surface.

Excellent as patio plant or in the landscape. Requires porous cactus soil with adequate drainage. Bright light to full sun. Water thoroughly when soil is dry to the touch. Protect from frost. Every plant sold true to species.

All plants are shipped well packaged, healthy, free of pests & diseases.

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