Leptocereus ekmanii - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ekmanii
ID:
1256863
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Werderm.) F.M.Knuth
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1936
Citation Micro:
Kaktus-ABC: 302. 1936.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001256201
Common Names
- Ekmanii Leptocereus
- Leptocereus ekmanii
- Ekmanii Leptocereus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Leptocereus ekmanii (also called L. ekmanii, 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
Leptocereus ekmanii 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
Leptocereus ekmanii 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Leptocereus ekmanii 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 Leptocereus ekmanii
Leptocereus ekmanii is found in the wild in Mexico.
Leptocereus ekmanii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Leptocereus ekmanii?
Leptocereus ekmanii
What is the common name of Leptocereus ekmanii?
Ekman's Pitaya
What is the natural habitat of Leptocereus ekmanii?
Deserts of Mexico and the southwestern United States
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,
References
Erich Werdermann (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Werderm.' in the authors string.
Frederik Marcus Knuth (1904-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.M.Knuth' in the authors string.
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