Cactus_Lemaireocereus chende
Chende is a rare cactus belonging to the Cactaceae botanical family. The plant has an erect habit, branches and can reach up to 20 m in height. The stem is erect, columnar, thick, arranged in ribs, pale green in color. The ribs bear long, whitish, sharp spines inserted on white areoles. Blooming occurs during the summer and buds are borne at the apex of the plant. The flowers are small and white and the fruits are small and purple-red. This is a slow growing plant, easy to cultivate. The plant needs a full light sun exposure but is recommended to avoid direct sun-light in the hottest periods. The plant does not like temperatures below 6°C so it needs to be placed indoors in the coldest periods.