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Habitat: Oaxaca,
Puebla, southern Mexico.
Description:
tree-like cacti with light
green stems marked by 7-12 triangular ribs. The areoles are 3-4 mm (0.1-0.15
in) wide and bear from 3 to 8 radial spines with a whitish or grayish hue;
in some species central spines are also present. The small, diurnal flowers
are white with a tinge of yellow and are produced in the summer. They are
followed by red, edible fruits, 2-4 cm (0.8-1.6 in) in diameter. They were
formerly included first in Lemaireocereus, then in Myrtillocactus; they are
now classified as a genus of their own.
Soil:
basic mix.
Location:
they require full sun.
Temperature:
keep the minimum
temperature around 8°C (46°F).
Water:
average but controlled.
Cultivation tips:
easy; waterlogging
may cause root rot. They make a good rootstock.
Main species:
P. Chende; P.Chichipe.
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