Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aurora
ID:
1288802

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rydb.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Monatsschr. Kakteenk. 16: 81. 1906.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001288140

Common Names

  • Cereus aurora
  • Aurora Cactus
  • Aurora Columnar Cactus

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Description

Cereus aurora (also called Aurora Cereus, among many other common names) is a tall, columnar cactus with white spines and white flowers. It is native to Peru and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cereus aurora 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 aurora 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cereus aurora can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from a healthy plant and placed in a well-draining soil mix. Both should be kept in a warm, bright location with indirect sunlight.

Where to Find Cereus aurora

Cereus aurora is native to the deserts of South America.

Cereus aurora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cereus aurora?

Cereus aurora

What is the common name of Cereus aurora?

Aurora Cactus

What type of climate does Cereus aurora prefer?

Cereus aurora prefers warm, dry climates.

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,

References