• Cereus peruvianus (Peruvian apple cactus)
  • Cereus peruvianus (Peruvian apple cactus)
  • Cereus peruvianus (Peruvian apple cactus)
  • Cereus peruvianus (Peruvian apple cactus)
  • Cereus peruvianus (Peruvian apple cactus)
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Cereus peruvianus (Peruvian apple cactus)

£10
£10
Tax included.
Size

The Cereus peruvianus is native to South America. It is also sometimes known as Queen of the night or the Peruvian apple cactus It has tall and straight stems, pale green-blue in colour and ribbed with fuzzy white-yellow spines.

RATING- Easy

LOVES- A bright spot with some sunshine throughout winter and semi-shady in summer. Water thoroughly then allow the soil to dry out especially in winter.

HATES- Being over-watered, misting or very cold temperatures

Pot diameter 5.5cm & 12cm

More information and care recommendations are below.
    Overview

    The Cereus peruvianus is native to South America. It is also sometimes known as Queen of the night or the Peruvian apple cactus It has tall and straight stems, pale green-blue in colour and ribbed with fuzzy white-yellow spines.
    Quick Care Guide

    Care Difficulty: Super easy to care for, brilliant plant for beginners as they don’t require much care.

    Light requirements: Prefer bright light on a warm sunny windowsill.

    Watering: Water thoroughly but allow this plant to dry out completely between waterings. Watering even less in winter.

    Humidity: Does not require any extra humidity.

    Toxicity: Not known to be toxic to humans and pets

    Feeding: Enjoys being fed during Spring- Summer growth period. Always follow the instructions on your feed of choice. Best to use a slow release fertiliser.

    Repotting: Repot around every 2-3 years. They are slow growers and don't mind being slightly root bound. -check to see if the roots are coming out the bottom of the pot!

    Cereus peruvianus (Peruvian apple cactus)
    Cereus peruvianus (Peruvian apple cactus)
    Cereus peruvianus (Peruvian apple cactus)
    Cereus peruvianus (Peruvian apple cactus)
    Cereus peruvianus (Peruvian apple cactus)

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