Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macracanthus
ID:
1288923

Status:
valid

Authors:
Linke

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1857

Citation Micro:
in Allg. Gartenzeitung 25: 239. 1857.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001288261

Common Names

  • Cereus Macracanthus
  • Macracanthus Cactus
  • Macracanthus Columnar Cactus

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Description

Cereus macracanthus (also called Long-Spined Torch Cactus, among many other common names) is a columnar cactus native to Mexico. It has thick, cylindrical stems with ribs and spines. It is found in dry forests and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Cereus macracanthus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cereus macracanthus has white flowers with a yellow center, small black seeds, and small seedlings with green stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cereus macracanthus can be propagated by seed or offsets. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Water sparingly during the summer and provide a deep watering during the winter. Fertilize during the growing season with a cactus fertilizer.

Where to Find Cereus macracanthus

Cereus macracanthus is native to Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.

Cereus macracanthus FAQ

What is the growth rate of Cereus macracanthus?

Cereus macracanthus is a fast-growing cactus species.

What is the flowering season of Cereus macracanthus?

Cereus macracanthus typically flowers in the summer.

What is the ideal temperature range for Cereus macracanthus?

Cereus macracanthus prefers temperatures between 70-90°F (21-32°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