Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fricii
ID:
597781

Status:
valid

Authors:
Backeb.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
in Monatsschr. Deutsch. Kakteen-Ges. 2: 164. 1930.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000597113

Common Names

  • Cereus fricii
  • Fricii Cactus
  • Fricii Cereus

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Synonyms

  • Pilocereus russellianus (Hort.Berol. ex Salm-Dyck) Rümpler [unknown]
  • Subpilocereus fricii (Backeb.) Guiggi [unknown]
  • Subpilocereus russellianus (Hort.Berol. ex Salm-Dyck) Backeb. [unknown]
  • Cephalocereus fricii (Backeb.) Borg [unknown]
  • Cephalocereus russellianus (Hort.Berol. ex Salm-Dyck) Rose [unknown]
  • Cereus margaritensis micracanthus Hummelinck [unknown]
  • Cereus russellianus Hort.Berol. ex Salm-Dyck [unknown]
  • Subpilocereus margaritensis micranthus (Hummelinck) Backeb. [unknown]
  • Subpilocereus repandus micracanthus (Hummelinck) Trujillo & Marisela Ponce [unknown]
  • Subpilocereus russelianus micracanthus (Hummelinck) Backeb. [unknown]

Description

Cereus fricii (also called Fric's 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 fricii is an evergreen cactus that is used in gardens for its attractive foliage and white flowers. It is also a popular choice for rock gardens and ground covers. It is drought tolerant and can be used in areas with poor soils. It is also a good choice for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cereus fricii is white, with a diameter of 3 cm. Its seeds are round and black, with a diameter of 1 mm. Its seedlings are green and have a height of 5 cm.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cereus fricii 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 fricii

Cereus fricii can be found in Mexico, in the states of Oaxaca and Puebla.

Cereus fricii FAQ

What is Cereus fricii?

Cereus fricii is a species of cactus native to South America.

Where is Cereus fricii found?

Cereus fricii is found in the tropical forests of Colombia, Venezuela, and Brazil.

What is the growth habit of Cereus fricii?

Cereus fricii is a columnar cactus with an upright growth habit.

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