Product Details
Highlights
Pitayo (Stenocereus griseus) (Buxbaum): A large growing, pale blue cactus with impressive fruit. The pale blue color comes from a thick layer of farina, a powdery wax. Under this wax, a forest green color peaks though and becomes more apparent as the plant ages. Its fruit is harvested frequently in rural Mexico and sold in markets for its sweet taste. Although similar to Grey Ghost Organ Pipe, this plant has more ribs and a more prominent green color. It is fully rooted in a 3.5" pot.
This cactus variety will not survive a hard frost, but if there is a risk of freezing temperatures it can be brought indoors to grow on a sunny window sill or under a grow light. Cactus need bright sunlight, great drainage, and infrequent water to prevent rot. Pick containers with drainage holes and use well-draining cactus and succulent soil with 70% to 80% mineral grit such as coarse sand, pumice, or perlite. Water deeply and wait for the soil to completely dry out before watering again.
Product Size
3.5" Pot
Color - Primary
Grey / Silver
Color - Secondary
Green / Lime
Bloom Color
White Bloom
Cold Hardiness
Zone 10 (30F)
Recommended Light Conditions
Full Sun
Recommended Light Conditions
Bright Indoor Light
Maximum Height
Over 12"
Growth Habit / Shape
Vertical Grower / Tall Stem
Special Characteristic
Showy Blooms
Special Characteristic
Hard to Kill
THIS PLANT IS HARDY IN ZONES 10+
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