Browningia hertlingiana

Owned by Jennifer & Paige Simpson (@RoyalAlchemy).

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Notes

Family: Cactaceae. This species is known for its striking blue-gray waxy coating as it matures. Spines are sharp; handle with care.

Details

Identity & Classification

Common Name
Blue Cereus

Growth & Physical Traits

Plant Type
Cactus, Houseplant, Succulent, Tree
Growing Medium
Cactus and succulent soil mix
Growth Habit
Upright / Erect, Cactus

Lifecycle & Reproduction

Propagation Method
Seed Grown

Care & Requirements

Watering Needs
Low Water Needs
Temperature Range
Warm Temperate (50–80°F / 10–27°C)
Humidity Range
Low Humidity Tolerant (20–40%)
Light Needs
Full Sun

Origin & Source

Date Acquired
May 30, 2026
Natural Habitat Location
Peru

Collection Context

Quantity
1
Added Details
Family: Cactaceae. This species is known for its striking blue-gray waxy coating as it matures. Spines are sharp; handle with care.
Blue Cereus
Browningia hertlingiana by RoyalAlchemy

Browningia

hertlingiana

Common NameBlue Cereus

Growth & Physical Traits

Plant Type
Cactus, Houseplant, Succulent, Tree
Growth Habit
Upright / Erect, Cactus
Growing MediumCactus and succulent soil mix

Lifecycle & Reproduction

Propagation Method
Seed Grown

Care & Requirements

Watering Needs
Low Water Needs
Temperature Range
Warm Temperate (50–80°F / 10–27°C)
Humidity Range
Low Humidity Tolerant (20–40%)
Light Needs
Full Sun

Origin & Source

Date Acquired
May 30, 2026
Natural Habitat LocationPeru

Collection Context

Quantity
1

Added Details

Family: Cactaceae. This species is known for its striking blue-gray waxy coating as it matures. Spines are sharp; handle with care.