Family: Cactaceae (kak-TAY-see-ee) (Info)
Genus: Hylocereus (hy-loh-KER-ee-us) (Info)
Species: ocamponis
Synonym:Cereus ocamponis
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Category:
Vines and Climbers
Cactus and Succulents
Epiphytes
Height:
over 40 ft. (12 m)
Spacing:
9-12 in. (22-30 cm)
Hardiness:
USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F)
USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)
USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)
Sun Exposure:
Sun to Partial Shade
Light Shade
Danger:
Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling
Bloom Color:
Scarlet (Dark Red)
Green
White/Near White
Bloom Time:
Late Spring/Early Summer
Mid Summer
Foliage:
Succulent
Other details:
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Flowers are fragrant
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Soil pH requirements:
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline)
Patent Information:
Non-patented
Propagation Methods:
From woody stem cuttings
From semi-hardwood cuttings
From seed; germinate in a damp paper towel
Seed Collecting:
Remove fleshy coating on seeds before storing
Seed does not store well; sow as soon as possible
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