Nightblooming Cactus
Selenicereus undatus
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Cactaceae
- Genus:
- Selenicereus
- Species:
- Selenicereus undatus
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Perennial
- Growth Habit:
- Tree , Vine
- Height:
- 8-12 ft
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- High
- Bloom Months:
- jun, jul, aug
- Bloom Colors:
- white
- Food Forest:
- Plant contains edible parts
Native Range
United States: Florida, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, Virgin Islands
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- rich, well-drained loamy soil
- pH:
- 6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- thrives in nutrient-rich conditions