Latin Name: Stenocereus Marginatus.

Common Name: Mexican Fence Post Cactus, Mexican Organ Pipe Cactus.

Origin: Central Mexico.

Hardiness: Hardy down to -4 for short periods

Growth Characteristics: Evergreen, perennial columnar Cactus. Branching ocurs. Stems deep green with around 5-7 ribs. White coloured areoles each bearing 1 yellowish spine up to 1cm in length and 5-9 short radial ones. Edible fruit follows the pink or red nocturnal flowers. Drought tolerant once established. Easy to grow.

Sun: Full sun/partial shade.

Exposure: Sheltered.

Soil: Well drained soil. Gritty.

Moisture: Water more in summer and during growing period. Allow to dry between waterings. Keep dry in winter.