Queen of the night (Peniocereus)

Queen of the night

Queen of the night is a genus of vining cacti, comprising about 18 species, found from the southwestern United States and Mexico. They have a large underground tuber, thin and inconspicuous stems.

Scientific classification

Genus

Queen of the night (Peniocereus)

Family

Cactuses

Order

Pinks, cacti, and allies

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Perennial

Lifespan

Semi-evergreen

Leaf type

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Species

Arizona queen of the night Peniocereus viperinus Gearstem cactus

Care Guide for Queen of the night

Every 2-3 weeks

Water

Partial sun

Sunlight

20 - 41 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Queen of the night, native to arid regions, excels in low humidity and infrequent rainfall. Watering should be sparse, about once every 2-3 weeks, allowing soil to dry completely. Ideal for xeric landscapes, queen of the night efficiently stores water, making it suitable for dry climates and succulent gardens.

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