Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
nizandensis
ID:
595403

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bravo & T.MacDoug.) Buxb.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1965

Citation Micro:
in Kakteen And. Sukk. 16: 45. 1965.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000594735

Common Names

  • Cephalocereus Nizandensis
  • Nizandensis Cephalocereus
  • Cephalocereus

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Synonyms

  • Neodawsonia nizandensis Bravo & T.MacDoug. [unknown]

Description

Cephalocereus nizandensis (also called Nizandensis 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 nizandensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used to make a herbal tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cephalocereus nizandensis 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 nizandensis

Cephalocereus nizandensis is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Nayarit and Sinaloa.

Cephalocereus nizandensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cephalocereus nizandensis?

Cephalocereus nizandensis

What type of plant is Cephalocereus nizandensis?

Cactus

Where is Cephalocereus nizandensis 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

Franz Buxbaum (1900-1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Buxb.' in the authors string.
Helia Bravo (1901-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bravo' in the authors string.
Thomas Baillie MacDougall (1895-1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.MacDoug.' in the authors string.