Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
macrocephalus
ID:
595391

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.A.C.Weber ex K.Schum.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
Gesamtbeschr. Kakt.: 197. 1897.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000594723

Common Names

  • Cephalocereus Macrocephalus
  • Macrocephalus Cephalocereus
  • Cephalocereus

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Synonyms

  • Mitrocereus ruficeps (F.A.C.Weber ex Rol.-Goss.) Backeb. [unknown]
  • Pilocereus ruficeps F.A.C.Weber ex Rol.-Goss. [unknown]
  • Pachycereus ruficeps (F.A.C.Weber ex Rol.-Goss.) Britton & Rose [unknown]
  • Carnegiea macrocephala (F.A.C.Weber ex K.Schum.) P.V.Heath [unknown]
  • Cereus macrocephalus (F.A.C.Weber ex K.Schum.) A.Berger [unknown]
  • Cereus ruficeps (F.A.C.Weber ex Rol.-Goss.) Vaupel [unknown]
  • Neobuxbaumia macrocephala (F.A.C.Weber ex K.Schum.) E.Y.Dawson [unknown]
  • Pilocereus macrocephalus (F.A.C.Weber ex K.Schum.) F.A.C.Weber [unknown]

Description

Cephalocereus macrocephalus (also called Macrocephalus Cephalocereus, among many other common names) is a columnar cactus native to Mexico. It grows in dry, rocky areas, and is tolerant of drought and heat.

Uses & Benefits

Cephalocereus macrocephalus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used to make a herbal tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cephalocereus macrocephalus has white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cephalocereus macrocephalus is a perennial cactus that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soils and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is by seed or cutting. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, fertile soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer.

Where to Find Cephalocereus macrocephalus

Cephalocereus macrocephalus is native to Mexico and can be found in deserts and dry grasslands.

Cephalocereus macrocephalus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cephalocereus macrocephalus?

Cephalocereus macrocephalus

What type of plant is Cephalocereus macrocephalus?

Cactus

Where is Cephalocereus macrocephalus native to?

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

Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.
Frédéric Albert Constantin Weber (1830-1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.A.C.Weber' in the authors string.