Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
fulvus
ID:
1288541

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Ritter

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Kakteen Südamerika 4: 1479. 1981.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001287879

Common Names

  • Lasiocereus fulvus
  • Fulvous Lasiocereus
  • Fulvous Cactus

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Description

Lasiocereus fulvus (also called Golden Lasiocereus, among many other common names) is a tall, columnar cactus with white spines and white flowers. It is native to Peru and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Lasiocereus fulvus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its edible fruit.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Lasiocereus fulvus has yellow flowers with a red center and a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lasiocereus fulvus is a cactus species native to Peru. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. To cultivate, it needs a well-draining soil mix and plenty of sunlight. Water sparingly during the summer months and more frequently during the winter months.

Where to Find Lasiocereus fulvus

Lasiocereus fulvus is native to Peru and can be found in the Andes Mountains.

Lasiocereus fulvus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lasiocereus fulvus?

Lasiocereus fulvus

What is the natural habitat of Lasiocereus fulvus?

Rocky outcrops of Mexico

What is the average size of Lasiocereus fulvus?

Up to 6 inches in height

Species in the Lasiocereus 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