Family: Cactaceae (kak-TAY-see-ee) (Info)
Genus: Hylocereus (hy-loh-KER-ee-us) (Info)
Species: polyrhizus (pol-ee-RY-zus) (Info)
Cultivar: American Beauty
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Category:
Edible Fruits and Nuts
Vines and Climbers
Cactus and Succulents
Epiphytes
Height:
8-10 ft. (2.4-3 m)
Spacing:
36-48 in. (90-120 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:
Full Sun
Sun to Partial Shade
Danger:
Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling
Bloom Color:
White/Near White
Bloom Time:
Late Summer/Early Fall
Foliage:
Succulent
Other details:
Flowers are fragrant
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Suitable for growing in containers
Soil pH requirements:
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Patent Information:
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Propagation Methods:
From woody stem cuttings
Allow cut surface to callous over before planting
Seed Collecting:
Unblemished fruit must be significantly overripe before harvesting seed; clean and dry seeds
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