Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
regalis
ID:
598255

Status:
valid

Authors:
Haw. ex Spreng.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
Syst. Veg. 2: 496. 1825.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000597587

Common Names

  • Cereus Regalis
  • Royal Cereus
  • Royal Columnar Cactus

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Description

Cereus regalis (also called Royal Cereus, among many other common names) is a cactus native to Mexico. It has cylindrical stems with spines and white flowers that bloom in summer. It prefers well-drained soils in full sun and is often found in deserts, grasslands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Cereus regalis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a ground cover, and as a container plant. It is also used for erosion control and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cereus regalis is white, with a diameter of up to 8 cm. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are slender and have a green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cereus regalis 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 regalis

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

Cereus regalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cereus regalis?

Cereus regalis

What is the common name of Cereus regalis?

Royal Cereus

What is the natural habitat of Cereus regalis?

It is native to Mexico, where it grows in dry, rocky areas.

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

Kurt Polycarp Joachim Sprengel (1766-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spreng.' in the authors string.
Adrian Hardy Haworth (1767-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Haw.' in the authors string.