Pachycereus weberi (J.M.Coult.) Backeb.

Species

Angiosperms > Caryophyllales > Cactaceae > Pachycereus

Characteristics

A cactus. The plant is tree like. The fruit are spiny and 6-7 cm long.
Life form perennial
Growth form tree
Growth support free-standing
Foliage retention deciduous
Sexuality hermaphrodite
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Environment

A subtropical plant. They need an overwintering temperature above 15°C.
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Hardiness (USDA) 8-12

Usage

The fruit are used for juice. The seeds are eaten in stews. The seeds can be used to make flour.
Uses animal food eating environmental use food fuel hedge material medicinal
Edible fruits seeds
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Images

Pachycereus weberi unspecified picture

Distribution

Pachycereus weberi world distribution map, present in Mexico

Conservation status

Pachycereus weberi threat status: Least Concern

Identifiers

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WFO ID wfo-0000398357
COL ID 4BQF8
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Synonyms

Lemaireocereus weberi Stenocereus weberi Pachycereus weberi Pachycereus gigas Ritterocereus weberi Cereus candelabrum Cereus weberi Cereus belieuli Pachycereus weberi var. gigas Pachycereus grandis var. gigas Cereus pugionifer