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leptocereus quadricostatus
Sebucan
Mike's
Opinion
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Leptocereus quadricostatus is an endangered plant species endemic to Angegada (BVI) and the islands of Sara Barrios, Puerto Rico.
Michael Pascoe, NDP., ODH., CLT., MSc. (Plant Conservation)
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| Family |
| Cactaceae |
| Genus |
| leptocereus |
| Species |
| quadricostatus |
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Description and Growing Information
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| General Description |
| Leptocereus quadricostatus is a shrub or small tree. Soil pH requirements are 6.1-6.5 (mildly acidic), 6.6-7.5 (neutral) and 7.6-7.8 (mildly alkaline). |
| ID Characteristic |
| Drought-tolerant, suitable for container growing. Full sun and sun to partial shade. |
| Pests |
| Major threats are invasive grasses, fire, and tourism development. Natural disasters: hurricanes, coastal inundation and earthquakes, are a current and on-going threat. |
| Habitat |
| Subtropical or tropical dry forests and shrub-land. |
| Colour Description |
| Pale yellow, yellow-green and pale green when in bloom. |
| Propagation |
| Woody stem and softwood cuttings. Allow cut surface to callous over before planting. From seed; direct sow after last frost. |
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