Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
erinaceus
ID:
597729

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Haw.) Steud.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1840

Citation Micro:
Nomencl. Bot. 1: 334. 1840.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000597061

Common Names

  • Cereus erinaceus
  • Erinaceus Cactus
  • Erinaceus Cereus

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Description

Cereus erinaceus (also called Erinaceus Cereus, among many other common names) is a cactus native to Mexico, Guatemala and Honduras. It grows in dry soils and is found in grassland and scrubland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cereus erinaceus is a cactus species native to Mexico. 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

The flowers of Cereus erinaceus are white or pink in color and have a bell-shaped form. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have thin, wiry stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cereus erinaceus is a cactus native to Mexico and Central America. It is a columnar cactus that can grow up to 10 feet tall. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and allowed to dry for a few days before planting.

Where to Find Cereus erinaceus

Cereus erinaceus is native to Mexico.

Cereus erinaceus FAQ

What is the common name of Cereus erinaceus?

It is commonly known as the 'Hedgehog Cactus'

What type of soil does Cereus erinaceus prefer?

It prefers well-draining, sandy soil with a pH of 6.5 to 7.0

What is the ideal temperature range for Cereus erinaceus?

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,

References

Ernst Gottlieb von Steudel (1783-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steud.' in the authors string.
Adrian Hardy Haworth (1767-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Haw.' in the authors string.