Cacti
Blue Myrtle Cactus
Myrtillocactus geometrizans
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Can become tree-like with age. Purple fruits follow fragrant flowers.
The Basics
Type: CactiSun: Full SunHardiness: 24°FWater: Very LowNative to central MexicoGrowth
Growth Rate: ModerateMature Height: 15'Mature Width: 10'Mature Form: UprightFoliage
EvergreenColor: Blue-greenTexture: Black spinesWildlife
Flowers
Flower Color: Small, greenish-whiteSeason: SpringComments
Litter: LowThorns: MediumIrritation: None![](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwebcms.amwua.org%2Fmedia%2F1567200810258004772a1.jpg&w=3840&q=75)
Photo By: Dave Seibert