Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
flagelliformis
ID:
541583

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Lem.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1860

Citation Micro:
Ill. Hort. Misc. 7: 67. 1860.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000540915

Common Names

  • Flagelliform Aporocactus
  • Flagelliform Cactus
  • Flagelliform Rat Tail Cactus

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Synonyms

  • Aporocactus flagelliformis leptophis (DC.) P.V.Heath [unknown]
  • Aporocactus flagelliformis pfeifferi P.V.Heath [unknown]
  • Aporocactus flagriformis (Zucc. ex Pfeiff.) Lem. [unknown]
  • Aporocactus flagriformis (Zucc. ex Pfeiff.) Britton & Rose [unknown]
  • Aporocactus leptophis (DC.) Britton & Rose [unknown]
  • Cactus flagelliformis L. [unknown]
  • Cereus flagelliformis (L.) Mill. [unknown]
  • Cereus flagelliformis leptophis (DC.) K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Cereus flagelliformis minor Salm-Dyck ex Pfeiff. [unknown]
  • Cereus flagriformis Zucc. ex Pfeiff. [unknown]
  • Cereus leptophis DC. [unknown]
  • Discocactus flagriformis (Zucc. ex Pfeiff.) Scheinvar [unknown]
  • Disocactus flagelliformis (L.) Barthlott [unknown]
  • Cereus flagelliformis minor Salm-Dyck [unknown]
  • Cereus minor Weing. [unknown]
  • Disocactus flagriformis (Zucc. ex Pfeiff.) Scheinvar [unknown]

Description

Aporocactus flagelliformis (also called Rat's Tail Cactus, among many other common names) is a cactus species native to Mexico and Central America. It is a climbing cactus with cylindrical stems, up to 3 m long, that can reach up to 1 m in height. The stems are covered with small spines and have small, white flowers. It is found in dry forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Aporocactus flagelliformis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used for erosion control and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aporocactus flagelliformis is a small, greenish-brown spikelet. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped nutlet. The seedlings are slender, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aporocactus flagelliformis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in the spring or summer.

Where to Find Aporocactus flagelliformis

Aporocactus flagelliformis is native to tropical Africa and can be found in moist forests, woodlands, and savannas.

Aporocactus flagelliformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aporocactus flagelliformis?

Aporocactus flagelliformis

What is the common name of Aporocactus flagelliformis?

Rat Tail Cactus

Where is Aporocactus flagelliformis native to?

Central and South America

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

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Charles Antoine Lemaire (1800-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lem.' in the authors string.