About

This architectural succulent, reaching 5-30cm, with sculptural foliage. It bears blooms.

About the genus

Heliocereus are perennial cacti with ribbed, erect or trailing stems, spiny on the ribs, with large funnel-shaped flowers in early summer

Plant details

Suggested usesContainers, rock gardens

Care notes

CultivationGritty soil, full sun
PruningMinimal care
PropagationOffsets, leaf cuttings
Pest resistanceMealybugs
Disease resistanceRoot rot