Pachycereus schottii
Senita
Description
Multi-trunked light green cactus from southern Arizona into adjacent Mexico. In old age stems form hairy bristles near the tip. Excellent specimen plant or in a naturalistic garden. Light pink flowers arise on the upper parts of the stem in the spring.
Plant Type
Cactus
Height Range
6-12', 12-25'
Flower Color
Pink
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Red
Fruit Season
Summer
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Very Low
Growth Rate
Slow
Soil Type
Sandy, Rocky
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained, Dry
Soil pH
Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
Thorns/Spines
Design Styles
Spanish, Wild Garden
Accenting Features
Silhouette, Specimen
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Entry, Patio, Raised Planter, Walkways, With Rocks
Special Uses
Container, Small Spaces
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.