Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
buxbaumianus
ID:
615313

Status:
valid

Authors:
Buining

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
in Succulenta (Netherlands) 53(2): 28. 1974.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000614645

Common Names

  • Coleocephalocereus buxbaumianus
  • Buxbaum's cactus
  • Buxbaum's coleocephalocereus

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Description

Coleocephalocereus buxbaumianus (also called Buxbaum's Coleocephalocereus, among many other common names) is a perennial cactus native to the southeastern United States. It grows in dry habitats such as deserts, open woods, and disturbed sites.

Uses & Benefits

Coleocephalocereus buxbaumianus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as for treating skin diseases, fever, and digestive issues.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Coleocephalocereus buxbaumianus sub. flavisetus (F.Ritter) N.P.Taylor & Zappi
Coleocephalocereus buxbaumianus sub. buxbaumianus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Coleocephalocereus buxbaumianus is yellow and has three petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, three-angled nut. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coleocephalocereus buxbaumianus is a cactus native to Mexico and Central America. It is a columnar cactus with yellow spines. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil. Water regularly during the growing season and reduce watering in winter. It is also sensitive to frost.

Where to Find Coleocephalocereus buxbaumianus

Coleocephalocereus buxbaumianus is native to Brazil and can be found in the rainforests of the country.

Coleocephalocereus buxbaumianus FAQ

What are the common names of Coleocephalocereus buxbaumianus?

Buxbaum's coleocephalocereus

What is the natural habitat of Coleocephalocereus buxbaumianus?

It is found in tropical rainforests of western and central Africa

What is the size of Coleocephalocereus buxbaumianus?

It can grow up to 10 meters in height

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,