Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
octogonus
ID:
598102

Status:
valid

Authors:
Otto

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1833

Citation Micro:
in Allg. Gartenzeitung 1: 365. 1833.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000597434

Common Names

  • Cereus Octogonus
  • Octagonal Cereus
  • Octagonal Columnar Cactus

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Description

Cereus octogonus (also called Hedge Cactus, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean. It has cylindrical stems that are usually solitary, but can form clumps in the wild. It grows in dry, rocky habitats, often in areas with poor soil.

Uses & Benefits

Cereus octogonus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to create a hedge or privacy screen. It is also used as a windbreak and to provide shade.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cereus octogonus has white flowers that are about 2 inches in diameter, with short, wide petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with thin stems and small, dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cereus octogonus is a cactus that can be propagated from cuttings or from seed. Cuttings should be taken from the side of the stem and planted in well-draining soil. The soil should be kept moist until the cutting has rooted. Seeds should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. The plant should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Cereus octogonus

Cereus octogonus can be found in the deserts of the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Cereus octogonus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cereus octogonus?

Cereus octogonus

What type of plant is Cereus octogonus?

Cactus

Where is Cereus octogonus found?

Southwestern United States and Mexico

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,