Cereus - Cactus
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The Cereus are columnar cacti native to South America is closely related to Echinocactus or Ferocactus, but often slightly less thorny. Grown in pots in our regions, these frost-sensitive species are characterized by their upright habit and ramified, ribbed stems with sometimes bluish hues, though less blue than those of Pilocereus. Their sculpture-like silhouette resembles that of a candelabra candle.
The most common is Cereus peruvianus, the Peruvian torch, a vigorous species with an upright habit, some forms of which take on a striking blue-gray tint, particularly the 'Paolina' variety, prized for its rapid growth. Cereus forbesii 'Spiralis' is a stunning, very unusual plant that forms an imposing candelabra with spiralled stems. Cereus jamacaru, on the other hand, develops a more 'classic' green stem with broad midribs and longer thorns, which can branch with age and reach a considerable size even in a pot.
All these cacti thrive in very bright or full sun exposure, a well-drained substrate, and moderate watering in summer. In winter, they should be kept dry at temperatures between 5 and 15°C.
To learn more, check out our guide "Indoor Cacti and Succulents: Growing and Care"
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