Stenocereus Rhurberi (Baja Semi Dwarf)

Stenocereus rhurberi, commonly known as the Baja Semi Dwarf cactus, is a smaller columnar species that typically grows to a height of 6-8 feet (1.8-2.4 meters). Native to the Baja California region of Mexico, it thrives in hot, arid climates, with an optimal temperature range of 68°F to 90°F (20°C to 32°C), and can tolerate extreme desert heat up to 104°F (40°C). It is frost-sensitive and should not be exposed to temperatures below 32°F (0°C). Propagation is usually done through seeds or cuttings, and it requires well-draining, sandy, or rocky soil. Watering should be minimal, allowing the soil to dry out between watering sessions, especially in winter. Fruiting occurs after 5-10 years, producing small, round fruits with a red pulp, usually after the plant blooms with white to light-pink flowers in the late spring or early summer. Genetically, it belongs to the Cactaceae family, with adaptations that allow it to store water efficiently and survive in arid environments, similar to other desert cacti.