Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Cactaceae

Genus:

Pereskia

Species:

Pereskia aculeata

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Shrub , Tree , Vine

Height:

8-12 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

mar, apr, may, sep, oct, nov

Bloom Colors:

pink, white

Food Forest:

Plant contains edible parts

Landscaping Shrub:

Yes

Native Range

United States: Florida, Puerto Rico, Texas, Virgin Islands

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

Prefers organic matter-rich soils in native habitat