Pereskiopsis (Pereskiopsis Porteri) is a perennial succulent in the Cactaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs. It can be grown indoors.

Pereskiopsis porteri is a succulent, evergreen shrub or small tree with ascending branches from a woody trunk.

Pereskiopsis

Pereskiopsis

Pereskiopsis Porteri

Pereskiopsis porteri is a succulent, evergreen shrub or small tree with ascending branches from a woody trunk.

Quick Facts

Type
succulent
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, gravelly
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:ornamental, rootstock for grafting, drought-tolerant landscaping

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Pereskiopsis

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
May
...
Jun
...
Jul
...
Aug
...
Sep
...
Oct
...
Nov
...
Dec
...

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.

Humidity Trick

Group plants together to create...

Growth Hack

Rotate your plant every...

Photo Gallery10+ photos

Pereskiopsis
Pereskiopsis detail

View leaf details, flowers, seeds & more in the app

Taxonomy

Family:Cactaceae
Genus:Pereskiopsis