Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
callicanthus
ID:
745842

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rümpler) Woodson

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1893

Citation Micro:
in Monatsschr. Kakteenk. 3: 109. 1893.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000745175

Common Names

  • Cereus Callicanthus
  • Callicanthus Cereus
  • Callicanthus Cactus

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Description

Cereus callicanthus (also called Callicanthus Cereus, among many other common names) is a species of cactus in the Cactaceae family. It is native to the Caribbean and is found in dry, rocky habitats. It has a cylindrical stem and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Cereus callicanthus is a flowering plant that is often used as an ornamental in gardens. It is also known to attract beneficial insects, such as bees, to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cereus callicanthus is a white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cereus callicanthus is a perennial cactus that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by cuttings or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring and will germinate in 1-3 months.

Where to Find Cereus callicanthus

Cereus callicanthus is native to Mexico and can be found in dry scrublands.

Cereus callicanthus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cereus callicanthus?

Cereus callicanthus

What is the common name of Cereus callicanthus?

Callicanthus Cereus

What is the natural habitat of Cereus callicanthus?

Grassy slopes and rocky outcrops

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

Robert Everard Woodson (1904-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Woodson' in the authors string.
Karl Theodor Rümpler (1817-1891): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rümpler' in the authors string.