Leptocereus maxonii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
maxonii
ID:
358747
Status:
valid
Authors:
Britton & Rose
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1920
Citation Micro:
Cactaceae 2: 80. 1920.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000358079
Common Names
- Leptocereus maxonii
- Maxon's Pitaya
- Maxon's Night-Blooming Cereus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Leptocereus maxonii (also called Maxon's Leptocereus, among many other common names) is a species of cactus in the family Cactaceae. It is an evergreen shrub, typically growing to a height of 0.3–1 m. It is native to South America. It is found in a variety of habitats, from dry savanna to moist forest.
Uses & Benefits
Leptocereus maxonii is used as an ornamental plant and is often grown in gardens for its attractive pink flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Leptocereus maxonii 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Leptocereus maxonii 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 maxonii
Leptocereus maxonii is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Oaxaca, Puebla, and Veracruz.
Leptocereus maxonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Leptocereus maxonii?
Leptocereus maxonii
What is the common name of Leptocereus maxonii?
Maxon's Cactus
What is the natural habitat of Leptocereus maxonii?
Leptocereus maxonii 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,
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.
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