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Basic Info
Pachycereus Pringlei is also known as the ‘Mexican Giant Cardon’. As the plant matures you can expect it to reach up to around 19.2 m (63 ft) tall and about 1m (3.3 ft) in diameter. The plant best known feature is the green stem that is covered by beautiful looking spines. When it flowers you can expect it to produce white flowers.
Scientific Classification
Family: Cactaceae
Subfamily: Cactoideae
Tribe: Pachyereeae
Genus: Pachyereus
Care and Propagation Information
Watering
Pachycereus Pringlei ‘Mexican Giant Cardon’ can be quite beautiful when it is well-taken care off. This succulent type needs typical watering as the other succulents. The watering method is very important to keep your Mexican Giant Cardon healthy. It should not sit on the water, and an excess amount of water should be avoided. The best way of watering is soak and dry method this succulent. Yet, the succulent should be controlled to avoid overwatering.
General Care for Pachycereus Pringlei ‘Mexican Giant Cardon’
This succulent type is a rare one that blooms in the spring. Although mostly found in nature it can also be a nice addition to your outside garden!
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Quick Facts:
- Prefers full sun
- Can be grown outdoor
- Grows 19.2 m (63ft) tall
- Grows up to 1 m (3.3ft) wide
- Can die easily if overwatered see: How to Water Succulent Plants
- Does not handle cold well
- Prefers Zone 9a-11b -6.7 °C (20 F)
- Best propagated by seedsl
Where to Plant
Pachycereus Pringlei ‘Mexican Giant Cardon’ succulents need strong light. When planting this succulent type in a garden, make sure it gets sunlight. Full to partial sun is the best for its growth. It is better to grow outdoor rather than indoor.
This type of succulent prefers a warm climate. It can survive at zone 9a-11b which is around -1.1 °C (20 °F). If you live in a cold area, it is better to plant Mexican Giant Cardon in an indoor environment. As long as it gets enough sunlight, the plant will grow happily.
How to Propagate Pachycereus Pringlei ‘Mexican Giant Cardon’
Mexican Gian Cardon can be propagated by seeds. This succulent type does not require repotting often. Of course, the first-time repotting is essential when it is bought from the store.
Like all the other succulent types, a well-drained soil mixture is essential. If you want to know about well-drained soil mixtures, check How to Prepare Well-drained Soil for Succulent Plants.
How to Propagate Pachycereus Pringlei ‘Mexican Giant Cardon’ Using Seeds
This succulent type is a slow grower so even if it can be propagated by its seeds, this method is not recommended. To propagate from the seeds, plant the seeds in a well-draining soil mixture. This method can be used outdoors. In cooler areas, indoor propagating is recommended.
Origin and Habitat
Mexican Giant Cardon is native to To northwestern Mexico the state of Baja California, Sonora and Baja California.
