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Harrisia bonplandii (Harrisia bonplandii)

Harrisia bonplandii is a sprawling cactus with segmented stems, white flowers, and is native to South America.

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Sunlight

Bright, indirect light.

Watering

Water when the top inch of soil is dry.

Soil

Well-draining cactus or succulent mix is essential. A sandy loam with added perlite or grit works well.

Temperature

Prefers warm temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed during growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Bright, indirect light.

Can tolerate some direct sun.

Water

Water when the top inch of soil is dry.

Reduce watering in winter.

Soil

Well-draining cactus or succulent mix is essential. A sandy loam with added perlite or grit works well.

Temperature

Prefers warm temperatures.

Avoid frost.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed during growing season.

Use diluted balanced fertilizer.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Vine, Succulent

Plant Category

Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Pot, Hanging

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

1-3 m

Spread

3-6 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Type

Absent (stems are photosynthetic)

Flower Size

8-10 cm

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Synonyms
Acanthocereus acutangulus (Pfeiff.) A.Berger
Cereus acutangulus Pfeiff.
Cereus balansae K.Schum.
Cereus bonplandii J.Parm. ex Pfeiff.
Cereus guelichii Speg.
Echinopsis balansae (K.Schum.) Anceschi & Magli
Eriocereus bonplandii (J.Parm. ex Pfeiff.) Riccob.
Eriocereus guelichii (Speg.) A.Berger
Harrisia balansae (K.Schum.) N.P.Taylor & Zappi
Harrisia guelichii (Speg.) Britton & Rose
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderCaryophyllales
  • familyCactaceae
  • genusHarrisia
  • speciesHarrisia bonplandii
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

Rating: 0/5

Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

No

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