Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bahiensis
ID:
1256862

Status:
valid

Authors:
Britton & Rose

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1920

Citation Micro:
Cactaceae 2: 108. 1920.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001256200

Common Names

  • Bahiensis Leocereus
  • Leocereus bahiensis
  • Bahiensis Leocereus

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Description

Leocereus bahiensis (also called L. bahiensis, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to Mexico. It is a globose cactus with up to 30 ribs, and yellow flowers. It grows in dry scrub and grasslands, at elevations of 1,000–2,000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Leocereus bahiensis is an attractive ornamental plant, often grown for its showy flowers and attractive foliage. It is also used as a houseplant and in rock gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leocereus bahiensis has white flowers with a diameter of 3 cm. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leocereus bahiensis is a slow-growing cactus that can be propagated from seed or offsets. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season, but allow the soil to dry out between waterings. During the winter, reduce watering.

Where to Find Leocereus bahiensis

Leocereus bahiensis is native to Brazil.

Leocereus bahiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leocereus bahiensis?

Leocereus bahiensis

What is the common name of Leocereus bahiensis?

Bahia Pitaya

What is the natural habitat of Leocereus bahiensis?

Deserts of Mexico and the southwestern United States

Species in the Leocereus 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

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.