Status:
valid
Authors:
(Vaupel) Buining
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1970
Citation Micro:
in Kakteen And. Sukk. 21: 202. 1970.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000614661
Common Names
- Coleocephalocereus goebelianus
- Goebel's cactus
- Goebel's coleocephalocereus
Synonyms
- Cereus goebelianus Vaupel [unknown]
- Coleocephalocereus pachystele F.Ritter [unknown]
- Mariottia goebeliana (Vaupel) Guiggi [unknown]
Description
Coleocephalocereus goebelianus (also called Goebel'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 goebelianus 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 goebelianus 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Coleocephalocereus goebelianus 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 goebelianus
Coleocephalocereus goebelianus is native to Brazil and can be found in the rainforests of the country.
Coleocephalocereus goebelianus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Coleocephalocereus goebelianus?
Coleocephalocereus goebelianus
What is the family of Coleocephalocereus goebelianus?
Cactaceae
Where is Coleocephalocereus goebelianus native to?
Brazil
Species in the Coleocephalocereus genus
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,