Status:
valid
Authors:
Areces
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1993
Citation Micro:
in Moscosoa 7: 245. 1993.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000358077
Common Names
- Leptocereus carinatus
- Carinatus Leptocereus
- Leptocereus
Description
Leptocereus carinatus (also called Carinate Cactus, among many other common names) is a cactus species native to Mexico. It has a columnar shape and is covered with white spines. It grows in dry, rocky areas and can be found in open woodlands and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Leptocereus carinatus is used as an ornamental plant and is often grown in gardens for its attractive white flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Leptocereus carinatus has small, white flowers with four petals and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. Its seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Leptocereus carinatus is a tropical perennial cactus native to Central and South America. It prefers a well-drained soil and can be grown in full sun. It can be propagated from stem cuttings or by division of the stem. It is best to propagate in the spring or summer when temperatures are warm and the plant is actively growing.
Where to Find Leptocereus carinatus
Leptocereus carinatus is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Oaxaca, Puebla, and Veracruz.
Leptocereus carinatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Leptocereus carinatus?
Leptocereus carinatus
What is the common name of Leptocereus carinatus?
Carinate Cactus
What is the natural habitat of Leptocereus carinatus?
Leptocereus carinatus is native to Mexico and Central America
Species in the Leptocereus genus
Leptocereus arboreus,
Leptocereus prostratus,
Leptocereus scopulophilus,
Leptocereus sylvestris,
Leptocereus wrightii,
Leptocereus leonii,
Leptocereus carinatus,
Leptocereus grantianus,
Leptocereus maxonii,
Leptocereus ekmanii,
Leptocereus assurgens,
Leptocereus weingartianus,
Leptocereus quadricostatus,
Leptocereus paniculatus,
Leptocereus albellus,
Leptocereus chrysotyrius,
Leptocereus demissus,
Leptocereus nudiflorus,
Leptocereus undulosus,
Leptocereus velozianus,
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,