Cereus Peruvianus F. Monstrose Rojo (Crested Apple Cactus)

Cereus peruvianus f. monstrosus 'Rojo'
Common Name: Monstrose Apple Cactus

Cereus peruvianus f. monstrosus 'Rojo' is a unique monstrose selection with thick, blue-green stems and striking bright red spines. Its unpredictable growth produces twisting, sculptural forms, ensuring that no two plants are ever alike. An outstanding specimen for collectors of unusual columnar cacti.

☀ Light: Full sun

💧 Water: Water when soil is completely dry

🌡 Cold: Hardy to 30–35°F (dry)

✨ Highlights

• Bright red spines

• Monstrose, sculptural growth

• Thick blue-green stems

• Each plant is one of a kind

This cactus will ship bare root and will be ready to place directly in a well draining soil mix like our Custom Cactus Mix.

Photos in the listings unless otherwise specified are representative of the plant that will be sent to you.
However, Plants grow differently and each plant may vary slightly in shape, size, growth pattern, etc.
Of course, if you receive a plant that you are dissatisfied with please reach out to us. We want to make it right!

If temperatures near you are below 45℉ we highly recommend adding a Heat Pack to your order.
If temperatures where you live will be much lower than 20℉ even heat packs may not work. You may consider waiting until things warm up a bit. We know you love your plants just like we do and we wouldn't want any of them to freeze.