USDA: 9b-10
Frost Tolerance: Semi hardy in Phoenix, to 26°F (-3°C). Deciduous below 40°F (4°C)
Sun Exposure: Full sun to light shade, withstand dense shade
Origin: Brazil
Growth Habits: Deciduous shrub, up to 30 feet tall
Watering Needs: Drought resistant, regular water during the growing season for better growth, leaves drop during drought
Propagation: Cuttings, seeds
The Pereskias are very primitive cacti, that retain their leaves and woody stems. There are around 20 species of Pereskias native from Mexico, the West Indies, and Central and South America
Propagation:
Contrarily to most other cacti, Pereskia cuttings should be planted immediately without a dry out period.
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