Peruvian apple cactus
Cereus repandus · Column Cacti · Cactus family
Also known as: Hedge Cactus · Column Cactus
Very easy50–300cmPet-friendlyEdible
Peruvian apple cactus care at a glance
Peruvian apple cactus (Cereus repandus) needs little water and prefers to grow in full sun.
- Water need
- Low
- Light
- Full sun
- Soil moisture
- Dry
- Nutrients
- Low
- Life cycle
- Perennial
Pests, Diseases & Weather on Peruvian apple cactus
Possible pests on Peruvian apple cactus include Mealybugs, Scale insects and Spider mites. A common disease is Root rot. Peruvian apple cactus is considered pet-friendly.
Pest
- Mealybugs Medium
- Scale insects Medium
- Spider mites Low
Disease
- Root rot High
Weather
- Sunscald / leaf scorch Low
A baseline from curated sources, not a command. You decide in the end.
Frequently asked questions about Peruvian apple cactus
- Which pests affect Peruvian apple cactus?
- Possible pests on Peruvian apple cactus include Mealybugs, Scale insects and Spider mites.
- Which diseases affect Peruvian apple cactus?
- A common disease is Root rot.
- Is Peruvian apple cactus toxic to cats and dogs?
- Peruvian apple cactus is considered pet-friendly and safe for cats and dogs.
- How much water does Peruvian apple cactus need?
- Peruvian apple cactus has a low water requirement.
- What light does Peruvian apple cactus need?
- Peruvian apple cactus prefers to grow in full sun.
- Is Peruvian apple cactus frost-hardy?
- Peruvian apple cactus is not frost-hardy. Its lower limit is around -6.7 °C.
- Can you eat Peruvian apple cactus?
- Yes, the edible parts are mainly: fruit.