Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
leonii
ID:
358739

Status:
valid

Authors:
Britton & Rose

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
in Torreya 12: 15. 1912.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000358071

Common Names

  • Leptocereus leonii
  • Leonii Leptocereus
  • Leptocereus

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Synonyms

  • Cereus leonii (Britton & Rose) Vaupel [unknown]

Description

Leptocereus leonii (also called Leon's 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 leonii is used as an ornamental plant and is often grown in gardens for its attractive pink flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leptocereus leonii 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leptocereus leonii 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 leonii

Leptocereus leonii is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Oaxaca, Puebla, and Veracruz.

Leptocereus leonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leptocereus leonii?

Leptocereus leonii

What is the common name of Leptocereus leonii?

Leon's Cactus

What is the natural habitat of Leptocereus leonii?

Leptocereus leonii is native to Mexico and Central America

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.