Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
roezlii
ID:
598284

Status:
valid

Authors:
Backeb.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1933

Citation Micro:
in Kakteen-Freund 2(1): 33. 1933.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000597616

Common Names

  • Cereus roezlii
  • Roezlii Cactus
  • Roezlii Columnar Cactus

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Description

Cereus roezlii (also called Roezl's 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 roezlii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a potted plant. It can also be used as a hedge or as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cereus roezlii 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 roezlii is a fast-growing plant and can reach maturity in a few months. It prefers a well-draining soil mix and should be kept in a warm, humid environment. Propagation is done through cuttings, which should be planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Cereus roezlii

Cereus roezlii is native to South America. It can be found in the wild in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Paraguay, and Uruguay. It is also available from nurseries and online retailers.

Cereus roezlii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cereus roezlii?

Cereus roezlii

What is the common name of Cereus roezlii?

Roezl's Torch Cactus

What is the natural habitat of Cereus roezlii?

Deserts and scrublands of Mexico and the southwestern United States

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,

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