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Lophocereus marginatus
Central Mexico organ pipe · Mexican fence-post cactus · Baby saguaros without arms · Mexican Fence post
Tier 2 Difficulty: medium Water: low Toxicity: low
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Description
Source: leafsnapLophocereus marginatus is a species of plant in the family Cactaceae. It is sometimes called Mexican fencepost cactus. It has columnar trunks that grow slowly to 12 feet (3.7 m) and may reach 20 feet (6.1 m) in height. Stems are 3 to 4 inches (9–10 cm) in diameter, with ribs 5 to 7 in (13–18 cm). Its central spine is about 3/8 inch (1 cm) in diameter with five to 9 radials and slightly yellowish in color. Its cuttings are sometimes used to create fences, as its spines are not as large or dangerous as some cacti.
Care Guide
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Humidity:
🪴 Soil
🌱 Fertilizer
🪴 Pot & Repot
✂️ Pruning
🌿 Propagating
🐛 Diseases & pets
☠️ Toxicity
Characteristics
- Genus
- Lophocereus
- Family
- Cactaceae
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Common Names (4)
en Central Mexico organ pipe
en Mexican fence-post cactus
en Baby saguaros without arms
en Mexican Fence post