Myrtillocactus
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Myrtillocactus
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Myrtillocactus cochal |
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Myrtillocactus (from Latin, "blueberry cactus") is a genus of cacti. The genus is found from Mexico to Guatemala.[1] The genus is best known with Myrtillocactus geometrizans.
The genus Myrtillocereus Fric & Kreuz. (orth. var.) has been brought into synonymy with this genus.
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Description
The largest plants in this genus can grow as tall as 5 meters.[1] This cactus tends to flower in the summer and creates edible purple berries.[1]
Cultivation
The cuttings, which will grow quickly, from this cactus must be taken when the temperature is high enough or the cuttings won't root.[1] Myrtillocactus tolerates only warm temperatures above 15 degrees Celsius (60 degrees Fahrenheit).[2]
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See also
- Myrtgerocactus - a natural hybrid involving Myrtillocactus cochal
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