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- 1. Golden Snake Cactus – Bergerocactus (Cereus) emoryi
(ber-ger-oh-KAK-tus EM-or-ee-eye)
Family: Cactaceae (Cactus Family)
Native to: Pacific coast of S. Ca and Baja, including southern Channel Islands; sandy, rugged, steep
coastal bluffs and nearby coastal scrubland hillsides, located within the coastal fog zone.
spreading cactus
mature height: 2-3 ft.
mature width: 2-3 ft.
Shrubby cactus with many ascending cylindrical stems.
Densely covered with golden spines. A
very attractive cactus for coastal areas.
Growth characteristics:
Blooms in spring (Apr-Jun). Flowers are pale yellow, about 2” across, produced
over a month or so. Very unique and showy in bloom. Fruits rounded, ripening to red in late
summer. Fruits are loved by birds and small mammals – also make a nice jelly, sauce.
Blooms/fruits:
Uses in the garden: Mostly used in cactus gardens. Make a showy accent plant. Would do fine in a
large pot or planter.
Locate away from paths due to sharp spines.
This plant is rare in the wild.
Sensible substitute for: Similar non-native cacti (Bergerocactus & Cereus species).
Attracts: Excellent nectar source for bees, hummingbirds.
Provides fruit and seeds for birds.
Requirements:
Element
Sun
Soil
Water
Fertilizer
Other
Requirement
Full sun (immediate coast) or part-shade.
Well-drained sandy soils or rocky are best; will tolerate other well-drained soils.
Appreciates fog (or occasional misting) during summer months; need winter rains.
None.
Rock (inorganic) mulch.
Management:
Relatively easy to grow in proper setting. Weeding is a challenge with all cacti.
from seed: clean seed from ripe fruits; use sandy or well-drained potting mix.
by cuttings: easy; dry cutting several weeks before planting.
Propagation:
Plant/seed sources (see list for source numbers): 8, 20
2/21/11
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