Epiphyllum baueri - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
baueri
ID:
670818
Status:
valid
Authors:
Dorsch
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
in Haseltonia 9: 6. 2003.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000670150
Common Names
- Bauer's Orchid Cactus
- Bauer's Epiphyllum
- Bauer's Leaf Cactus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Epiphyllum baueri (also called Orchid Cactus, among many other common names) is a cactus with flat stems and white flowers. It is native to Mexico and is typically found in dry, open areas.
Uses & Benefits
Epiphyllum baueri 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
Epiphyllum baueri has small, white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Epiphyllum baueri 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 Epiphyllum baueri
Epiphyllum baueri is native to Mexico and Central America.
Epiphyllum baueri FAQ
What is the ideal temperature for Epiphyllum baueri?
Epiphyllum baueri prefers temperatures between 40-80 degrees Fahrenheit.
What type of soil is best for Epiphyllum baueri?
Epiphyllum baueri prefers well-draining, slightly acidic soil.
How often should I water Epiphyllum baueri?
Epiphyllum baueri should be watered once a week, or when the soil is dry.
Species in the Epiphyllum genus
Epiphyllum baueri, Epiphyllum cartagense, Epiphyllum chrysocardium, Epiphyllum cruentum, Epiphyllum floribundum, Epiphyllum grandilobum, Epiphyllum hookeri, Epiphyllum jenkinsonii, Epiphyllum laui, Epiphyllum macropterum, Epiphyllum oxypetalum, Epiphyllum phyllanthus, Epiphyllum pumilum, Epiphyllum rollissonii, Epiphyllum splendens, Epiphyllum splendidum, Epiphyllum thomasianum, Epiphyllum vandesii, Epiphyllum floribundum,
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
Rudi Dorsch (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dorsch' in the authors string.
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