Old man cactus

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Peyote
Old man cactus
Scientific classification
Kingdom: Plantae Division: Magnoliophyta Class: Magnoliopsida Order: Caryophyllales Family: Cactaceae Genus: Cephalocereus Species: C. Senilis
Binomial name
Cephalocereus senilis

The Old Man Cactus is a tree-like cactus native to Mexico. It is hardy, and can bloom red, yellow, or white. Its primary feature is its long white hair near the tips of its branches.

External links

• http://davesgarden.com/pf/go/63801/
• http://www.desert-tropicals.com/Plants/Cactaceae/Cephalocereus_senilis.html

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