Night-blooming Cereus (Peniocereus Greggii) is a perennial cactus in the Cactaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs. It can be grown indoors.

Peniocereus greggii is a climbing cactus native to the southwestern United States and Mexico, known for its night-blooming, fragrant white flowers and large tuberous roots.

Night-blooming Cereus

Night-blooming Cereus

Peniocereus Greggii

Peniocereus greggii is a climbing cactus native to the southwestern United States and Mexico, known for its night-blooming, fragrant white flowers and large tuberous roots.

Quick Facts

Type
cactus
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
drought-tolerant
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
8-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
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Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, rocky, well-drained loamy
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, ornamental, night garden feature

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Night-blooming Cereus

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Prune
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Repot
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Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Night-blooming Cereus
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Taxonomy

Family:Cactaceae
Genus:Peniocereus