Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
pecten-aboriginum
ID:
399008

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Engelm. ex S.Watson) Britton & Rose

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
in Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 12: 422. 1909.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000398340

Common Names

  • Pachycereus pecten-aboriginum
  • Pecten-aboriginum Cereus
  • Cardón

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Synonyms

  • Pachycereus pecten-aboriginum tehuantepecanus (T.MacDoug. & Bravo) P.V.Heath [unknown]
  • Pachycereus tehuantepecanus T.MacDoug. & Bravo [unknown]
  • Cereus pecten-aboriginum Engelm. ex S.Watson [unknown]

Description

Pachycereus pecten-aboriginum (also called Pecten Cactus, among many other common names) is a species of cactus in the Cactaceae family. It is a large tree-like cactus, growing up to 15 metres tall and 1 metre in diameter. It is native to Mexico and the southwestern United States, and is found in dry open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pachycereus pecten-aboriginum is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in rock gardens and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pachycereus pecten-aboriginum has yellow flowers with red centers, and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings are small and thin with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pachycereus pecten-aboriginum is a slow-growing cactus that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is native to Mexico and is found in dry, rocky areas. Propagation is usually done by seed, which can be collected from the cactus's fruits. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination occurs. The seedlings should be transplanted to larger containers when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Pachycereus pecten-aboriginum

Pachycereus pecten-aboriginum can be found in Mexico.

Pachycereus pecten-aboriginum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pachycereus pecten-aboriginum?

Pachycereus pecten-aboriginum

How much light does Pachycereus pecten-aboriginum need?

Pachycereus pecten-aboriginum prefers bright, indirect light.

How often should I water Pachycereus pecten-aboriginum?

Water Pachycereus pecten-aboriginum when the top inch of soil is dry.

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.
Sereno Watson (1826-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Watson' in the authors string.
George Engelmann (1809-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Engelm.' in the authors string.
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.