Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
maguirei
ID:
1289712

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gilly

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1949

Citation Micro:
in Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 76: 292. 1949.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001289050

Common Names

  • Cephalocereus Maguirei
  • Maguirei Column Cactus
  • Maguirei Old Man Cactus

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Description

Cephalocereus maguirei (also called Maguire's cactus, and many other common names) is a cactus species native to Mexico and the United States. It is a columnar cactus, with stems up to 4 m (13 ft) tall, and up to 5 cm (2 in) in diameter. It typically grows in dry grassland and scrubland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cephalocereus maguirei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cephalocereus maguirei is white or pinkish, with a diameter of up to 5 cm. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are usually solitary and have a globose shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cephalocereus maguirei is a columnar cactus species from Mexico and Central America. It is a slow-growing plant that can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. It prefers a well-draining soil mix and full sun to partial shade. Water sparingly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Where to Find Cephalocereus maguirei

Cephalocereus maguirei can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Cephalocereus maguirei FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Cephalocereus maguirei?

Cephalocereus maguirei is native to Venezuela.

What is the size of Cephalocereus maguirei?

Cephalocereus maguirei can grow up to 15 meters tall.

What is the growth rate of Cephalocereus maguirei?

The growth rate of Cephalocereus maguirei is slow to moderate.

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