Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
chrysocardium
ID:
670828

Status:
valid

Authors:
Alexander

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1956

Citation Micro:
in Cact. Succ. J. (Los Angeles) 28: 4. 1956.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000670160

Common Names

  • Golden Card Orchid Cactus
  • Golden Card Epiphyllum
  • Golden Card Leaf Cactus

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Synonyms

  • Marniera chrysocardia (Alexander) Backeb. [unknown]
  • Chiapasophyllum chrysocardium (Alexander) Doweld [unknown]
  • Selenicereus chrysocardium (Alexander) Kimnach [unknown]
  • Marniera chrysocardium (Alexander) Backeb. [unknown]

Description

Epiphyllum chrysocardium (also called Orchid Cactus, among many other common names) is a cactus with flat stems and yellow flowers. It is native to Mexico and is typically found in dry, open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Epiphyllum chrysocardium 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 chrysocardium 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

Epiphyllum chrysocardium 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 chrysocardium

Epiphyllum chrysocardium is native to Mexico and Central America.

Epiphyllum chrysocardium FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Epiphyllum chrysocardium?

Epiphyllum chrysocardium prefers temperatures between 40-80 degrees Fahrenheit.

What type of soil is best for Epiphyllum chrysocardium?

Epiphyllum chrysocardium prefers well-draining, slightly acidic soil.

How often should I water Epiphyllum chrysocardium?

Epiphyllum chrysocardium should be watered once a week, or when the soil is dry.

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