Cereus Forbesii Spiralis
CactaceaeCereus Forbesii Spiralis · a cactus of the Cactaceae family, a fast-growing columnar cactus with nocturnal flowers. Grown in our nursery in the Almería desert in full sun, with minimal watering and 100% mineral soil—the specimen in the photo is the one you will receive.
About Cereus Forbesii Spiralis
Cereus Forbesii Spiralis is a cactus of the Cactaceae family, native to South America and the Caribbean. The most striking thing about this plant is columnar stem with marked ribs, a feature that defines its personality and sets it apart within its genus.
At Succulentae we produce Cereus Forbesii Spiralis with artisanal technique in southeastern Spain, following a cultivation protocol that replicates the sun, dryness and mineral conditions of its native habitat. This produces stronger specimens, with intense coloration and compact form, ready to join your collection.
Botanical fact sheet
| Scientific name | Cereus Forbesii Spiralis | |
| Family | Cactaceae | |
| Origin | South America and the Caribbean | |
| Natural habitat | savannas and semi-arid zones | |
| Adult size | up to 10 m in habitat | |
| Flowering | large white nocturnal flowers lasting only one night | |
| Propagation | cutting or seed | |
| Toxicity | non-toxic |
Did you know?
Its flowers open after dusk and close at dawn; a single night is enough for the flower to be pollinated by bats and moths. The fruit of Cereus repandus is edible ("Peruvian apple").
Luz
Full direct sun
Riego
Sparse in summer; none in winter (dormancy)
Sustrato
Very free-draining mineral substrate, specific for cacti and succulents
Temperatura
Protect below 5 °C; tolerates some cold when dry
