Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
velozianus
ID:
1418814

Status:
valid

Authors:
Clase, Y.Encarn., Peguero & Majure

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
2021

Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 172: 23, figs. 2-4. 2021

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001431279

Common Names

  • Leptocereus velozianus
  • Velozian Leptocereus
  • Velozian Pitaya

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Description

Leptocereus velozianus (also called Veloz's Leptocereus, among many other common names) is a perennial cactus with a single stem that grows up to 1.2 m tall. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical dry shrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Leptocereus velozianus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leptocereus velozianus has yellow flowers with a pinkish tinge and a white center. The flowers are small, about 1 cm in diameter. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a white, woolly covering.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leptocereus velozianus is a cactus that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers a warm, sunny environment and well-draining soil. Water regularly during the growing season and allow the soil to dry out between waterings. Propagation can be done through stem cuttings or by seed. Stem cuttings should be taken from the top of the plant and allowed to dry before planting. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny location and kept moist until germination.

Where to Find Leptocereus velozianus

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

Leptocereus velozianus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leptocereus velozianus?

Leptocereus velozianus

What is the common name of Leptocereus velozianus?

Leptocereus velozianus

What is the natural habitat of Leptocereus velozianus?

Leptocereus velozianus is native to the Andes Mountains of Peru, Bolivia, and Chile.

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

Teodoro Clase G.: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Clase' in the authors string.
Brígido Peguero: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Peguero' in the authors string.
Lucas C. Majure: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Majure' in the authors string.
Yuley Encarnación: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.Encarn.' in the authors string.