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San Pedro Depot

Myrtillocactus Geometrizans

$35.00
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Myrtillocactus Geometrizans, commonly known as the Blue Myrtle Cactus or Blue Candle Cactus.

Key Characteristics
  • Appearance: It is a blue-grey, columnar cactus that grows in a candelabra-like shape. It features distinctive ribs with small, evenly spaced spines.
  • Flowers & Fruit: It produces creamy white or greenish-white flowers starting when the plant is approximately 60 cm tall. The fruit is a small, sweet, edible dark purple or red berry, often called a "bilberry".
  • Native Habitat: This cactus is native to central and northern Mexico.

Care Requirements
  • Light: Thrives in full sun or indirect bright light.
  • Watering: It is important to let the soil dry out completely between waterings. Avoid misting and do not let the plant sit in damp soil to prevent root rot.
  • Soil: Requires well-draining, porous succulent soil.
  • Environment: Hardy in USDA zones 9–11. It is considered non-toxic to cats and dogs.

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We do not ship to the states of:

  • LOUISIANA
  • IDAHO
  • OKLAHOMA
  • GEORGIA

Specifications
  • Species
    Magnoliopsida
  • Pot Size
    N/A