Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
minensis
ID:
606250

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Werderm.) F.Ritter

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Kakteen Südamerika 1: 57. 1979.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000605582

Common Names

  • Minas Gerais Cipocereus
  • Minas Gerais Pitaya
  • Minas Gerais Dragon Fruit

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Synonyms

  • Pilocereus minensis (Werderm.) Backeb. [unknown]
  • Cephalocereus minensis (Werderm.) L.Y.Dawson [unknown]
  • Cereus minensis Werderm. [unknown]
  • Coleocephalocereus minensis (Werderm.) F.H.Brandt [unknown]
  • Pilosocereus minensis (Werderm.) Byles & G.D.Rowley [unknown]

Description

Cipocereus minensis (also called 'Minas Gerais Cactus', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Cactaceae family. It is native to Brazil, where it grows in rocky habitats at high altitudes.

Uses & Benefits

Cipocereus minensis 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Cipocereus minensis sub. minensis
Cipocereus minensis sub. leiocarpus N.P.Taylor & Zappi

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cipocereus minensis 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 minensis 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 minensis

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

Cipocereus minensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cipocereus minensis?

Cipocereus minensis

What is the common name of Cipocereus minensis?

Minas Gerais Cipocereus

What is the natural habitat of Cipocereus minensis?

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

Erich Werdermann (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Werderm.' in the authors string.
Friedrich Ritter (1898-1989): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Ritter' in the authors string.