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Peruvian Apple Cactus Care Indoors Place the Peruvian apple cactus in bright but indirect light when growing it as a houseplant. Turn the container if you notice the tall cactus leaning into the light. Water thoroughly during periods of growth and allow soil to dry out before watering again.
- How often should I water my Peruvian apple cactus?
- How do you take care of a cereus cactus?
- How do I get my Peruvian apple cactus to bloom?
- How long does it take a Peruvian apple cactus to grow?
- How do I know if my apple cactus is Peruvian?
- How do you prune a Peruvian apple cactus?
- Does cactus need sunlight?
- How long can a cactus live for?
- How tall does a Peruvian apple cactus grow?
- Is Peruvian apple cactus self pollinating?
- Why is my Peruvian apple cactus turning yellow?
How often should I water my Peruvian apple cactus?
Quick Care
| Common Name(s) | Apple cactus, Peruvian torch, column cactus, hedge cactus, screw cactus plant |
|---|---|
| Family | Cactaceae |
| Growing Zone | 8-11 |
| Light | Full sun to partial shade with bright light |
| Water: | Water thoroughly during the active growth phase, allow the soil to dry between watering, minimal watering during winter |
How do you take care of a cereus cactus?
The Cereus Cactus appreciates a warm, dry environment with minimal water, and plenty of light. This desert beauty will thrive in high light conditions, so placing it in a window where it will receive direct sunlight is ideal — preferably a southern or western facing window, as they are typically the brightest.
How do I get my Peruvian apple cactus to bloom?
Because Peruvian Apple Cactus blooms at night, you may need to hand-pollinate the flowers using a soft artist's brush. There are several night pollinators such as moths, flies and bats. Fruit will start to develop in late fall to early winter, just when the cactus begins to go dormant.
How long does it take a Peruvian apple cactus to grow?
This plant grows quickly, at between two to four feet per year under optimal conditions. The Peruvian apple cactus flowers in the summertime, and though its flowers are beautiful, they're also short-lived.
How do I know if my apple cactus is Peruvian?
The fruit of the Peruvian Apple cactus is strikingly similar looking to Dragon Fruit, but lacks the leafy scale-like structure and is instead completely smooth and spherical. Its magenta-red skin will split open when ripe to reveal a white fleshy interior speckled with tiny black seeds like those of a kiwi.
How do you prune a Peruvian apple cactus?
Cut unwanted or damaged branches at the end of the growth section where a knob forms in the branch, or where the branch connects to another branch or main column. Use a knife for small cactuses, or a pruning saw for large cactuses. Do not use pruning shears; they can damage the cactus.
Does cactus need sunlight?
Cacti and succulents thrive with good light sources, and it is best to place cacti and succulents in a bright place. A south facing position will provide good sunlight. However, be careful to not put them in direct sunlight because the intense light can make the plants turn a yellow colour.
How long can a cactus live for?
In the wild cacti can live for hundreds of years. Indoors they may survive for 10 years or more. The trouble with old ones is that every single knock, scratch or blemish they get stays with them, so they tend to look less appealing as they get older.
How tall does a Peruvian apple cactus grow?
The Apple cactus, also known as the Peruvian apple, is a large and bold cactus that develops numerous upright stems 10-12 ft. tall and taller. These stems are pale green, have 5-9 ribs with a few sharp spines. Large tubular flowers with white petals grow 5-7 in.
Is Peruvian apple cactus self pollinating?
Self-fruitful: Self-pollination rates are low and a second plant is needed. Cereus jamacaru and Cereus hildmannianus can also be used to pollinate this plant.
Why is my Peruvian apple cactus turning yellow?
Watering your cactus too often can be a problem. If you keep the soil too wet you can see a yellow shade developing on your succulent. This is a sign of stress, and the plant can't live in such moist conditions. Your cactus should be watered only when the soil is fully dry.
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