Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
bradei
ID:
606247

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Backeb. & Voll) Zappi & N.P.Taylor

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
in Bradleya 9: 86. 1991.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000605579

Common Names

  • Cipocereus-bradei
  • Cipocereus-bradei-do-norte
  • Cipocereus-bradei-do-sul

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Synonyms

  • Pilosocereus bradei (Backeb. & Voll) Byles & G.D.Rowley [unknown]
  • Pilocereus bradei Backeb. & Voll [unknown]
  • Pseudopilocereus bradei (Backeb. & Voll) Buxb. [unknown]
  • Cephalocereus bradei (Backeb. & Voll) Borg [unknown]

Description

Cipocereus bradei (also called Brade's Cipocereus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has a smooth, grey bark and its leaves are glossy and dark green. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas and secondary forests.

Uses & Benefits

Cipocereus bradei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin conditions, fever, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cipocereus bradei has a small, white flower with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and spindly.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cipocereus bradei is a species of cactus native to Brazil. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist potting mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, dry environment and provided with bright, direct light.

Where to Find Cipocereus bradei

Cipocereus bradei is native to Brazil. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Cipocereus bradei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cipocereus bradei?

Cipocereus bradei

What is the common name of Cipocereus bradei?

Brade's Cipocereus

What is the natural habitat of Cipocereus bradei?

Tropical rainforests of Brazil

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

Daniela Cristina Zappi (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zappi' in the authors string.
Curt Backeberg (1894-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Backeb.' in the authors string.
Nigel Paul Taylor (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.P.Taylor' in the authors string.
Otto Voll (1884-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Voll' in the authors string.