Pilosocereus diersianus
Pilosocereus diersianus is a species of cactus native to Tocantins and Goiás
Description
Pilosocereus diersianus is a columnar cactus, growing up to 2 meters tall. The stems are 5–9 cm wide and bluish green in color. The ribs are thin, only 5–8 mm vwide. The oval areoles are 2-4 by 3-5mm. The pseudocephalic areoles are broad, sometimes interrupted, and are adorned with bluish-white wool up to 10 cm long. 20-30 thin and flexible spines radiate from areoles; about 10 spines are in the center. Spines are at first brown but become gray with age. The tubular white flowers emerge from the pseudocephalium, not even a little curved. Few triangular scales are found on the flower. The olive colored fruits are globose are 2.5-3 centimeters in diameter. Once ripe, the red, juicy pulp is revealed.The type locality is located in Northeastern Minas Gerais.