Mexican Giant Cardon

Pachycereus pringlei, Cactaceae

Zones

9–11

Layer

Canopy

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Slow

Guild Roles

ProducerWindbreakBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)

Water

Low (established)Low (seedling)

Soil pH

7 – 8.5

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

CopalBursera hindsiana

Shade ProvisionBeneficial Insect Habitat

Elephant TreeBursera microphylla

Nurse PlantShade Provision

African MesquiteProsopis africana

Nitrogen FixationNurse Plant

Queen of the NightCereus jamacaru

Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

SaguaroCarnegiea gigantea

Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Fragrant BurseraBursera fagaroides

Nurse PlantShade Provision

LechuguillaAgave lechuguilla

Shade ProvisionNurse Plant

Antagonistic Plants

Madagascar OcotilloAlluaudia procera

Tall succulent plants competing for light and water in arid habitats

Uses

Functions

Food ProductionLiving FenceErosion ControlWater Harvesting

Edible Parts

FruitSeeds

Medicinal Uses

Anti-InflammatoryWound Healing

Common Questions

What zones does Mexican Giant Cardon grow in?

Mexican Giant Cardon grows in USDA hardiness zones 9 through 11.

What are good companion plants for Mexican Giant Cardon?

Good companions for Mexican Giant Cardon include Copal, Elephant Tree, African Mesquite, Queen of the Night, Saguaro.

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