Stenocereus thurberi
( sten - oh - SEER - ee - uss THUR - burr - ee )
At-A-Glance InformationAlso known as Lemaireocereus thurberi and commonly called Organpipe Cactus, this genus of cacti is native to southern Arizona and northern Mexico, branching out from the base to form a 12-foot wide clump from which up to 30 dark green stems grow. These cacti need full sun and little water. The stems can reach 15-20 feet tall and 6 inches thick. White flowers bloom from mid- to late-spring, and have touches of pink to purple. They open up at night, and are followed by edible, sweet fruits. A popular variety is Stenocereus thurberi littoralis (or Stenocereus littoralis), and is native to southern Baja California. It grows to 5-10 feet tall and is somewhat sprawling in habit. Flowers open in the afternoon, not overnight, and are bright pink. These cacti grow best in zones 12-24. To find your zone, click here: Zone Map.
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Caring for stenocereus thurberi
These cacti need excellent drainage.
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Resources
The New Sunset Western Garden Book: The Ultimate Gardening Guide (2012) - Page 613, Stenocereus thurberi
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