Pilosocereus — 12 species
Botanical species in the genus Pilosocereus recorded in the PlantPeers database.
Pilosocereus alensis
Pilosocereus alensis
Family: Cactaceae
Cultivation
Pilosocereus alensis is native to tropical and subtropical, semi-arid regions of western Mexico, where it can be found at elevations up to 800 metres. It seldom experiences frost in its native habitat and shows damage to stem tips even after a short period with a light frost. Requires a sunny position in a well-drained soil.
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Pilosocereus arrabidae
Pilosocereus arrabidae
Family: Cactaceae
Cultivation
A plant of the tropics. It grows in areas where the mean minimum temperature is no lower than 12°c. Plants can be damaged by even light frosts.
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Pilosocereus royenii
Pilosocereus royenii
Family: Cactaceae
Cultivation
A plant of drier areas in the tropical lowlands, it will take very little frost before growing tips of the stems are damaged. Grows best in bright shade to full sun. Requires a well-drained soil.
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