Gearstem Cactus (Peniocereus Striatus) is a perennial cactus in the Cactaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires low, drought-tolerant watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs. It can be grown indoors.
Peniocereus striatus is a shrub-like cactus native to the Sonoran Desert, characterized by narrow, cylindrical, brown or greenish stems with distinctive longitudinal stripes.
Gearstem Cactus
Peniocereus Striatus
Peniocereus striatus is a shrub-like cactus native to the Sonoran Desert, characterized by narrow, cylindrical, brown or greenish stems with distinctive longitudinal stripes.
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