Cephalocereus scoparius

Cephalocereus scoparius

Native to:
Mexico | Mexico Gulf, Mexico Southwest

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Cactaceae
Genus:
Cephalocereus
Species:
Cephalocereus scoparius

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Succulent
Height:
400 cm
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Months:
may,jun,jul
Bloom Colors:
white, pink

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
birds, bats, insects
Deer Resistant:
Yes
Fragrant:
Yes

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
None required
Germination Time:
7–21 days
Notes:
Cactus seeds germinate readily in warm temperatures with light exposure. Keep soil slightly moist but not waterlogged during germination.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI