Pilosocereus chrysacanthus (f.A.C.Weber ex K.schum.) Byles & G.D.Rowley

Species

Angiosperms > Caryophyllales > Cactaceae > Pilosocereus

Characteristics

A cactus. The fruit are purple with black seeds.
Life form perennial
Growth form tree
Growth support free-standing
Foliage retention deciduous
Sexuality hermaphrodite
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It is a subtropical plant.
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Hardiness (USDA) 8-12

Usage

The pulp of the fruit is eaten raw.
Uses environmental use food
Edible fruits
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Images

Pilosocereus chrysacanthus unspecified picture

Distribution

Pilosocereus chrysacanthus world distribution map, present in Mexico

Conservation status

Pilosocereus chrysacanthus threat status: Least Concern

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WFO ID wfo-0000397764
COL ID 4HVDZ
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Synonyms

Pilosocereus chrysacanthus Pilocereus chrysacanthus Cephalocereus chrysacanthus Cereus chrysacanthus Cephalophorus chrysacanthus