Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
decumbens
ID:
615315

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Ritter

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
in Kakteen And. Sukk. 19: 160–161. 1968.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000614647

Common Names

  • Coleocephalocereus decumbens
  • Decumbent cactus
  • Decumbent coleocephalocereus

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Synonyms

  • Coleocephalocereus fluminensis decumbens (F.Ritter) N.P.Taylor & Zappi [valid]

Description

Coleocephalocereus decumbens (also called Decumbent 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 decumbens 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Coleocephalocereus decumbens 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 decumbens can be propagated by seed, cuttings, or offsets. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept warm and moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and rooted in a well-draining soil mix. Offsets can be removed from the mother plant and planted in a well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Coleocephalocereus decumbens

Coleocephalocereus decumbens is native to Mexico and can be found in the tropical forests of the country.

Coleocephalocereus decumbens FAQ

What are the common names of Coleocephalocereus decumbens?

Decumbent coleocephalocereus

What is the natural habitat of Coleocephalocereus decumbens?

It is found in tropical rainforests of western and central Africa

What is the size of Coleocephalocereus decumbens?

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,

References