Acanthocereus paradoxus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
paradoxus
ID:
1417562
Status:
valid
Authors:
P.González-Zamora & Dan. Sánchez
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
2020
Citation Micro:
in Phytotaxa 470(2): 146. 2020.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001430027
Common Names
- Acanthocereus paradoxus
- Paradoxus Acanthocereus
- Paradoxus Acanthocalycium
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Acanthocereus paradoxus (also called Paradox 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 paradoxus 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 paradoxus 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Acanthocereus paradoxus 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 paradoxus
Acanthocereus paradoxus can be found in Mexico.
Acanthocereus paradoxus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acanthocereus paradoxus?
Acanthocereus paradoxus
What is the common name of Acanthocereus paradoxus?
Paradox Acanthocereus
What is the natural habitat of Acanthocereus paradoxus?
Tropical deciduous forests of Mexico
Species in the Acanthocereus genus
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,
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,