Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
violaceus
ID:
598490

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lem.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1839

Citation Micro:
Cact. Gen. Sp. Nov.: 57. 1839.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000597822

Common Names

  • Cereus violaceus
  • Purple Torch Cactus
  • Purple Cereus

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Description

Cereus violaceus (also called Violet Cactus, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to Mexico. It is a columnar cactus with a cylindrical stem, reaching up to 4 meters in height, and up to 10 cm in diameter. It is found in dry, rocky habitats, often in areas with limestone soils.

Uses & Benefits

Cereus violaceus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cereus violaceus is a columnar cactus that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It is easy to propagate from cuttings, and can also be grown from seed. The plant prefers full sun and well-draining soil. It is drought-tolerant and does not require frequent watering.

Where to Find Cereus violaceus

Cereus violaceus can be found in the dry forests of Peru.

Cereus violaceus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cereus violaceus?

Cereus violaceus

What is the common name of Cereus violaceus?

Violet Torch Cactus

What is the natural habitat of Cereus violaceus?

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,