Peruvian apple cactus (Cereus repandus)

Family: Cactaceae | Edibility: Edible (3/5)

Cereus repandus is an evergreen Tree growing to 10 m (32ft) by 0.2 m (0ft 8in) at a slow rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 10. The flowers are pollinated by Bees. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid and neutral soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry or moist soil and can tolerate drought.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

mild, sweet flavour. — The white flesh has a mild, sweet flavour.; The fruits often split open whilst still on the plant.; The dark red (occasionally white), oblong fruit is 3 - 4cm long.

Habitat & North American Range

Often grows in thickets, sometimes forming the dominant feature of the landscape. (Zone 9)