Toothpick Cactus
Family: Cactaceae
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Recommended Temperature Zone: sunset: 12-13 USDA: 9-11 Frost Tolerance: Hardy to 18°F (-8°C) Minimum Avg. Temperature: 50°F (10°C) Sun Exposure: Full sun Origin: Low deserts of Argentina, Bolivia Growth Habits: Branching cactus to 30 feet tall (9 m), each columnar stems is 4 inches in diameter (10 cm) Watering Needs: Regular water in summer for optimal growth Propagation: Seeds |
Fruiting Habits:
The fruit, in late winter, is smooth skinned. The tangy lemony rind is edible raw. The seed mass of black seeds imbedded with a white pulp, is not usually eaten. The entire fruit can also be eaten cooked.
References:
Dry Climate Gardening With Succulents : The Huntington Botanical Gardens
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