Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
grandilobum
ID:
670851

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.A.C.Weber) Britton & Rose

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
in Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 16: 257. 1913.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000670183

Common Names

  • Grandilobum Orchid Cactus
  • Queen of the Night
  • Night Blooming Cereus

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Synonyms

  • Epiphyllum gigas Woodson & Cutak [unknown]
  • Phyllocactus grandilobus F.A.C.Weber [unknown]

Description

Epiphyllum grandilobum (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 grandilobum 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 grandilobum 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 grandilobum is a tropical cactus that can be grown in a container or in the ground. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered when the soil is dry. Propagation is done by stem cuttings or division of the plant.

Where to Find Epiphyllum grandilobum

Epiphyllum grandilobum is native to Mexico and Central America.

Epiphyllum grandilobum FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Epiphyllum grandilobum?

Epiphyllum grandilobum prefers temperatures between 60-75 degrees Fahrenheit.

How much light does Epiphyllum grandilobum need?

Epiphyllum grandilobum needs bright, indirect light.

How often should I water Epiphyllum grandilobum?

Epiphyllum grandilobum should be watered when the soil is dry to the touch.

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

Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.
Frédéric Albert Constantin Weber (1830-1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.A.C.Weber' in the authors string.