Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
cooperi
ID:
670802

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.Watson) P.V.Heath

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
in Calyx 1: 117. 1992.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000670134

Common Names

  • Cooper's Hedge Cactus
  • Cooper's Fishbone Cactus
  • Cooper's Epinicereus

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Description

Epinicereus cooperi (also called Queen of the Night, among many other common names) is a cactus with cylindrical stems and white flowers. It is native to Mexico and is typically found in dry, open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Epinicereus cooperi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments including arthritis, osteoporosis, and impotence.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Epinicereus cooperi has small, white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Epinicereus cooperi is a hardy, evergreen cactus that is easy to grow in well-drained soil in full sun. Propagation is by seed sown in spring or by cuttings taken in spring or summer.

Where to Find Epinicereus cooperi

Epinicereus cooperi is native to Mexico and Central America.

Epinicereus cooperi FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Epinicereus cooperi?

Epinicereus cooperi prefers temperatures between 40-80 degrees Fahrenheit.

What type of soil is best for Epinicereus cooperi?

Epinicereus cooperi prefers well-draining, slightly acidic soil.

How often should I water Epinicereus cooperi?

Epinicereus cooperi should be watered once a week, or when the soil is dry.

Species in the Epinicereus 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

Sereno Watson (1826-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Watson' in the authors string.
Paul V. Heath (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.V.Heath' in the authors string.