Status:
valid
Authors:
Weing.
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1908
Citation Micro:
Monatsschr. Kakteenk. 18: 6. 1908.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001288134
Common Names
- Cereus anquiniformis
- Anquiniformis Cactus
- Anquiniformis Columnar Cactus
Description
Cereus anquiniformis (also called Anaconda Cactus, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to South America. It is a columnar cactus with light green stems that can reach up to 8 meters in height. It is found in dry, rocky habitats in Argentina, Bolivia, Peru, and Brazil.
Uses & Benefits
Cereus anquiniformis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in landscaping and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Cereus anquiniformis are white and bell-shaped, with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cereus anquiniformis is a slow-growing cactus species. It is best grown in well-draining, sandy soil in a sunny location. Propagation is usually done by seed or by cutting off offsets from the parent plant.
Where to Find Cereus anquiniformis
Cereus anquiniformis is native to the deserts of South America.
Cereus anquiniformis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cereus anquiniformis?
Cereus anquiniformis
What is the common name of Cereus anquiniformis?
Organ Pipe Cactus
What is the natural habitat of Cereus anquiniformis?
Deserts and dry scrublands of Mexico and Arizona
Species in the Cereus genus
Cereus ackermannii,
Cereus acromelas,
Cereus aethiops,
Cereus albicaulis,
Cereus albispinus,
Cereus arachnoides,
Cereus arcuatus,
Cereus auratus,
Cereus aureus,
Cereus beckmannii,
Cereus bicolor,
Cereus bonariensis,
Cereus brachiatus,
Cereus candelabrius,
Cereus caudatus,
Cereus cirrhiferus,
Cereus cochabambensis,
Cereus colvillii,
Cereus comarapanus,
Cereus conformis,
Cereus crenoides,
Cereus crenulatus,
Cereus cubensis,
Cereus cumengii,
Cereus decagonus,
Cereus del-moralii,
Cereus donatii,
Cereus erectus,
Cereus ericomus,
Cereus erinaceus,
Cereus estevesii,
Cereus fernambucensis,
Cereus fimbriatus,
Cereus forbesii,
Cereus formosus,
Cereus freiburgensis,
Cereus fricii,
Cereus fulvispinosus,
Cereus funkii,
Cereus geminisetus,
Cereus gladiger,
Cereus gracilis,
Cereus greggii,
Cereus hankeanus,
Cereus hansii,
Cereus hertrichianus,
Cereus herzogianus,
Cereus heteracanthus,
Cereus hexagonus,
Cereus hildmannianus,
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,