Leptocereus paniculatus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
paniculatus
ID:
1290427
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Lam.) D.R.Hunt
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1991
Citation Micro:
in Bradleya 9: 89. 1991.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001289765
Common Names
- Leptocereus paniculatus
- Paniculate Pitaya
- Paniculate Night-Blooming Cereus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Leptocereus paniculatus (also called Panicled Leptocereus, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to South America. It is a tall, columnar cactus with long, cylindrical stems that are covered in white spines. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Leptocereus paniculatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a source of food and medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Leptocereus paniculatus are white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have white hairs.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Leptocereus paniculatus is a small, evergreen, succulent shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Leptocereus paniculatus
Leptocereus paniculatus is native to the Mexican states of Hidalgo and Querétaro and can be found in the wild in the Sierra Madre Oriental mountain range. It is also available from specialty nurseries and online retailers.
Leptocereus paniculatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Leptocereus paniculatus?
Leptocereus paniculatus
What is the natural habitat of Leptocereus paniculatus?
It is native to the dry forests of Mexico and Guatemala
What is the size of Leptocereus paniculatus?
It is a small cactus, usually reaching a height of up to 20 cm
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
Jean-Baptiste de Lamarck (1744-1829): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lam.' in the authors string.
David Hunt (1938-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.R.Hunt' in the authors string.
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