Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
fulgidus
ID:
509757

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.f.) E.Meier

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
in EPIG 57: 17. 2006.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000509089

Common Names

  • Disoselenicereus Fulgidus
  • Fulgidus Disoselenicereus
  • Disoselenicereus Fulgidus Plant

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Synonyms

  • Cereus fulgidus Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Cereus grandiflorus maynardii Paxton [unknown]
  • Cereus maynardii J.Paxton [unknown]

Description

Disoselenicereus fulgidus (also called Fulgid Disoselenicereus, 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

Disoselenicereus fulgidus 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

Disoselenicereus fulgidus 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

Disoselenicereus fulgidus 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 Disoselenicereus fulgidus

Disoselenicereus fulgidus is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.

Disoselenicereus fulgidus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Disoselenicereus fulgidus?

Disoselenicereus fulgidus

What are the common names of Disoselenicereus fulgidus?

Common names of Disoselenicereus fulgidus include African Daisy, African Daisy Bush, and African Daisy Tree.

Where is Disoselenicereus fulgidus native to?

Disoselenicereus fulgidus is native to South Africa.

Species in the Disoselenicereus 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,

References

Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Eckhard Meier: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Meier' in the authors string.