Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
hesperius
ID:
1417557

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.R.Hunt

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
in Cactaceae Syst. Init. 34: 9. 2016.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001430022

Common Names

  • Acanthocereus hesperius
  • Hesperius Acanthocereus
  • Hesperius Acanthocalycium

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Description

Acanthocereus hesperius (also called Western Cactus, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to Mexico. It is a shrubby plant with long, cylindrical stems and yellow flowers. It is often grown as an ornamental plant and prefers full sun and well-draining soil.

Uses & Benefits

Acanthocereus hesperius is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acanthocereus hesperius has white flowers with a diameter of about 2 cm. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are small and globose.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acanthocereus hesperius is a fast-growing cactus that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-draining soil and full sun. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -4°C (25°F). It can be propagated from cuttings taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Acanthocereus hesperius

Acanthocereus hesperius can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America.

Acanthocereus hesperius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acanthocereus hesperius?

Acanthocereus hesperius

What is the common name of Acanthocereus hesperius?

Hesper's Acanthocereus

What is the natural habitat of Acanthocereus hesperius?

Tropical deciduous forests of Mexico

Species in the Cactaceae family

Acanthocalycium glaucum, Acanthocalycium spiniflorum, Acanthocalycium thionanthum, Acanthocalycium leucanthum, Acanthocalycium rhodotrichum, Acanthocalycium klimpelianum, Acanthocereus chiapensis, Acanthocereus tetragonus, Acanthocereus guatemalensis, Acanthocereus maculatus, Acanthocereus canoensis, Acanthocereus castellae, Acanthocereus cuixmalensis, Acanthocereus fosterianus, Acanthocereus haackeanus, Acanthocereus hesperius, Acanthocereus hirschtianus, Acanthocereus macdougallii, Acanthocereus oaxacensis, Acanthocereus paradoxus, Acanthocereus rosei, Acanthocereus tepalcatepecanus, Acanthocereus atropurpureus, Acharagma aguirreanum, Acharagma roseanum, Airampoa albisaetacens, Airampoa armata, Airampoa ayrampo, Airampoa boliviensis, Airampoa cedergreniana, Airampoa chilensis, Airampoa corrugata, Airampoa erectoclada, Airampoa ianthinantha, Airampoa microdisca, Airampoa minuscula, Airampoa orurensis, Airampoa panellana, Airampoa picardoi, Airampoa silvestris, Airampoa tilcarensis, Aporepiphyllum freiburgensis, Aporocactus flagelliformis, Aporocactus martianus, Aporocactus moennighoffii, Aporocactus knebelii, Aporoheliocereus smithianus, Ariocarpus agavoides, Ariocarpus bravoanus, Ariocarpus drabi,

References

David Hunt (1938-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.R.Hunt' in the authors string.