Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
capelleanus
ID:
509752

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rother) E.Meier

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
in EPIG 57: 16. 2006.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000509084

Common Names

  • Disocactus Capelleanus
  • Capelleanus Disocactus
  • Disocactus Capelleanus Plant

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Synonyms

  • Nopalxochia capelleana (Rother) G.D.Rowley [unknown]
  • Phyllocactus capelleanus Rother [unknown]
  • Heliocereus capelleanus (Rother) Doweld [unknown]

Description

Disocactus capelleanus (also called Capellean's Disocactus, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Cactaceae family. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It typically grows in moist, shady areas, such as tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Disocactus capelleanus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive disorders, skin diseases, and infections.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Disocactus capelleanus has yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Disocactus capelleanus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist potting mix. The plant should be kept in a warm, sunny spot.

Where to Find Disocactus capelleanus

Disocactus capelleanus is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.

Disocactus capelleanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Disocactus capelleanus?

Disocactus capelleanus

What are the common names of Disocactus capelleanus?

Common names of Disocactus capelleanus include African Daisy, African Daisy Bush, and African Daisy Tree.

Where is Disocactus capelleanus native to?

Disocactus capelleanus is native to South Africa.

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

Wilhelm Otto Rother (1853-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rother' in the authors string.
Eckhard Meier: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Meier' in the authors string.