Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
crassisepalus
ID:
606248

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Buining & Brederoo) Zappi & N.P.Taylor

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
in Bradleya 9: 86. 1991.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000605580

Common Names

  • Cipocereus-crassisepalus
  • Cipocereus-crassisepalus-do-norte
  • Cipocereus-crassisepalus-do-sul

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Synonyms

  • Piptanthocereus crassisepalus (Buining & Brederoo) F.Ritter [unknown]
  • Cereus crassisepalus Buining & Brederoo [unknown]
  • Pilosocereus crassisepalus (Buining & Brederoo) Anceschi & Magli [unknown]

Description

Cipocereus crassisepalus (also called Thick-sepal 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 crassisepalus 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 crassisepalus 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 crassisepalus 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 crassisepalus

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

Cipocereus crassisepalus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cipocereus crassisepalus?

Cipocereus crassisepalus

What is the common name of Cipocereus crassisepalus?

Thick-sepaled Cipocereus

What is the natural habitat of Cipocereus crassisepalus?

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.
Albert Frederik Hendrik Buining (1901-1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Buining' in the authors string.
Arnold J. Brederoo (1917-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brederoo' in the authors string.
Nigel Paul Taylor (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.P.Taylor' in the authors string.