Narrow-angled Cereus

Cereus stenogonus, Cactaceae

Zones

9–12

Layer

Canopy

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Slow

Guild Roles

ProducerWindbreakBeneficial Insect HabitatShade Provider

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 8.5

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Climbing OnionBowiea volubilis

Physical SupportBeneficial Insect HabitatPollinator Sharing

Violet Prickly PearOpuntia gosseliniana

Nurse PlantWind Protection

Giant PurslanePortulaca werdermannii

Nutrient AccumulationBeneficial Insect Habitat

VerodeKleinia neriifolia

Nurse PlantBeneficial Insect Habitat

Socotra FigDorstenia gigas

Nurse PlantShade Provision

Antagonistic Plants

Hedge CactusCereus uruguayanus

Closely related large cacti compete for space and resources when planted in proximity

Queen of the NightCereus jamacaru

Large congeneric cacti competing for space and resources in desert habitats

Etcho CactusStenocereus beneckei

Large columnar cacti compete for light and root space in desert environments

Uses

Functions

Fruit ProductionLiving FenceWindbreakEmergency Water Source

Edible Parts

FruitsYoung PadsFlowers

Medicinal Uses

Mucilaginous Stem For WoundsTraditional Digestive Aid

Common Questions

What zones does Narrow-angled Cereus grow in?

Narrow-angled Cereus grows in USDA hardiness zones 9 through 12.

What are good companion plants for Narrow-angled Cereus?

Good companions for Narrow-angled Cereus include Climbing Onion, Violet Prickly Pear, Giant Purslane, Verode, Socotra Fig.

Design guilds with Narrow-angled Cereus and see companion relationships visually.

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