× Pacherocactus Explained

× Pacherocactus is a genus of shrubby cactus, with only one known species, × Pacherocactus orcuttii. It is a natural hybrid between Pachycereus pringlei and Bergerocactus emoryi, discovered near Rosario, Baja California, Mexico. The plant's generic name is formed from those of its parents (Pachycereus and Bergerocactus); sometimes it can be found listed as Pachycereus × Bergerocactus.[1] This plant is known from less than half a dozen plants in the wild.[2]

Characteristics

× Pacherocactus orcuttii can grow to a height of about 3.5 m and a diameter of about 10 cm. For temperatures this cactus doesn't like to go below 10 °C. Its flowers are green-brown in color and of about 4 cm in size.[3] [4]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: ×Pacherocactus G. D. Rowley. www.ars-grin.gov. 13 November 2012.
  2. Web site: x Pachgerocereus orcuttii . 13 December 2023 . www.llifle.com.
  3. Web site: Pacherocactus orcuttii. www.desert-tropicals.com. 13 November 2012.
  4. Web site: Au Cactus Francophone : Pachycereus orcuttii (Brandegee) Britton & Rose . 13 December 2023 . www.cactuspro.com.