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Cereus monstrosus J. Forbes Cereus peruvianus (L.) Mill. var. monstruosus DC. |
| Common names: | Curiosity plant cactus (English) |
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| Notes: | The 'monstrous' form f. monstrosa is commonly cultivated. |
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| Worldwide distribution: | South America |
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| Spot characters: | Display spot characters for this species |
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