Cereus comarapanus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Cárdenas
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1956
Citation Micro:
in Succulenta (Netherlands) 1956: 5. 1956.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000596974
Common Names
- Cereus Comarapanus
- Comarapa Cactus
- Comarapa Cereus
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- Piptanthocereus comarapanus (Cárdenas) F.Ritter [unknown]
Description
Cereus comarapanus (also called 'Comarapanus 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 comarapanus is a cactus species native to Bolivia. It is used as an ornamental plant and its flowers are used in traditional medicine. The plant is also used to make a type of wine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cereus comarapanus has fragrant white flowers and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a thin, white stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cereus comarapanus is a cactus species native to South America. It is a columnar cactus that can reach up to 8 meters in height. It is best grown in a sunny location with well-draining soil. Propagation is done by seed or stem cuttings. Stem cuttings should be taken from the top of the plant and allowed to dry for a few days before planting.
Where to Find Cereus comarapanus
Cereus comarapanus is native to Mexico.
Cereus comarapanus FAQ
What is the common name of Cereus comarapanus?
It is commonly known as the 'Mexican Apple Cactus'
What type of soil does Cereus comarapanus prefer?
It prefers well-draining, sandy soil with a pH of 6.5 to 7.0
What is the ideal temperature range for Cereus comarapanus?
It prefers temperatures between 65-85°F (18-29°C)
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,