Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bicolor
ID:
597497

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rizzini & A.Mattos

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
in Revista Brasil. Biol. 45: 307. 1985.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000596829

Common Names

  • Two-Colored Torch Cactus
  • Cereus bicolor
  • Bicolor Torch Cactus

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Description

Cereus bicolor (also called 'Two-colored Cactus', among many other common names) is a cactus species native to South America. It has a cylindrical shape, and its flowers are white and pink. It grows in dry, desert-like habitats, often on rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Cereus bicolor is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used for erosion control and to provide habitat for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cereus bicolor is a small, tubular, white flower with a yellow center. The seed is small and black. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cereus bicolor is a cactus species native to South America. It prefers a warm, dry climate and is best grown in full sun. It is best propagated from seed, which should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix. It can also be propagated from offsets, which should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept dry until established.

Where to Find Cereus bicolor

Cereus bicolor can be found in South America, particularly in Brazil, Argentina, and Paraguay.

Cereus bicolor FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cereus bicolor?

Cereus bicolor

What is the common name of Cereus bicolor?

Bicolor Torch Cactus

What type of plant is Cereus bicolor?

Cactus

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

Carlos Toledo Rizzini (1921-1992): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rizzini' in the authors string.
Armando de Mattos (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Mattos' in the authors string.