Armatocereus godingianus
Scientific Name: Armatocereus godingianus (Britton & Rose) Backeb.
Synonym: Lemaireocereus godingianus
Family: Cactaceae
An antique photo, as Lemaireocereus godingianus in Britton and Rose's The Cactaceae
Frost Tolerance: Tropical species, avoid any frost
Origin: Ecuador (Rio Chanchán)
Growth Habits: Tree-like cactus, up to 30 feet tall (9 m); segments up to 2 feet long (60 cm), 4 inches in diameter (10 cm); 7 to 11 ribs; 15 to 25 spines, up to 16 inches long (4 cm)
Blooming Habits:
Nocturnal white flowers, up to 3.6 inches long (9 cm), 3 inches in diameter (7.5 cm)
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