Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
tetetzo
ID:
595448

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.A.C.Weber ex J.M.Coult.) Diguet

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
Cactac. util. Mex. (Archiv. Hist. Nat. Acclim. France) 4: 370. 1928.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000594780

Common Names

  • Cephalocereus Tetetzo
  • Tetetzo Cephalocereus
  • Cephalocereus

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Synonyms

  • Neobuxbaumia tetetzo (F.A.C.Weber ex J.M.Coult.) Backeb. [unknown]
  • Pilocereus tetetzo (F.A.C.Weber ex J.M.Coult.) F.A.C.Weber ex K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Pachycereus tetetzo (F.A.C.Weber ex K.Schum.) Ochot. [unknown]
  • Carnegiea tetetzo (F.A.C.Weber ex J.M.Coult.) P.V.Heath [unknown]
  • Cereus tetetzo F.A.C.Weber ex J.M.Coult. [unknown]
  • Cephalocereus tetetzo (F.A.C.Weber ex K.Schum.) Vaupel [unknown]
  • Cereus tetazo F.A.C.Weber ex J.M.Coult. [invalid]
  • Cereus tetazo Weber ex Coulter. [deprecated]
  • Cephalocereus tetazo (F.A.C.Weber ex J.M.Coult.) Diguet [unknown]
  • Pilocereus tetetzo cristata F.A.C.Weber [unknown]

Description

Cephalocereus tetetzo (also called Mexican Old Man Cactus, among many other common names) is a species of cactus that grows to a height of up to 6 m. It is native to Mexico and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cephalocereus tetetzo is a popular ornamental plant used for landscaping and decoration. It is also used to treat digestive issues and as a diuretic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cephalocereus tetetzo has white flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cephalocereus tetetzo 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 tetetzo

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

Cephalocereus tetetzo FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cephalocereus tetetzo?

Cephalocereus tetetzo

What is the common name of Cephalocereus tetetzo?

Tetetzo Cephalocereus

What is the natural habitat of Cephalocereus tetetzo?

Cephalocereus tetetzo is 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

John Merle Coulter (1851-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.Coult.' in the authors string.
Frédéric Albert Constantin Weber (1830-1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.A.C.Weber' in the authors string.
Léon Diguet (1859-1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Diguet' in the authors string.