Rescued from Bunnings Unknown

[Stillman]

I think it may be one of the many Cephalocereus azures blue torch" Type/ hybrid cacti you see at bunnings but curious of a scientific name if anyone knows it. Looks like it might have a bit of black rot forming which is a worry but I haven't seen this type before so thought I'd get it any way.

cheers.

Mick

Edited October 31, 2011 by Stillman

[tipz]

polaskia chichipe

Edit : they naturally have a purple tinge. I dont think that is rot setting in

Edited October 31, 2011 by tipz

[Stillman]

Man that was fast

Do you know how big they get by any chance?

[tipz]

Apparently some reach sizes of four to five metres.

Heres what they look like when mature. mature polaskia

Prized for the edible fruits and the arms of the cactus used to be used as firewood.

Edited October 31, 2011 by tipz

[Stillman]

What a score they look awesome thanks for the info.

[zelly]

they make great graft stocks too.