Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
weberi
ID:
399025

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.M.Coult.) Backeb.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Cactaceae 4: 2152. 1960.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000398357

Common Names

  • Pachycereus weberi
  • Weber's Cereus
  • Weber's Organ Pipe Cactus

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Synonyms

  • Lemaireocereus weberi (J.M.Coult.) Britton & Rose [unknown]
  • Pachycereus gigas (Backeb.) Backeb. [unknown]
  • Pachycereus weberi gigas (Backeb.) P.V.Heath [unknown]
  • Pachycereus grandis gigas Backeb. [unknown]
  • Ritterocereus weberi (J.M.Coult.) Backeb. [unknown]
  • Stenocereus weberi (J.M.Coult.) Buxb. [unknown]
  • Cereus candelabrum K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Cereus weberi J.M.Coult. [unknown]
  • Cereus belieuli K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Cereus pugionifer K.Schum. [unknown]

Description

Pachycereus weberi (also called Weber's Pachycereus, 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 weberi is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in rock gardens and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Pachycereus weberi are white and bell-shaped, with a diameter of about 4 cm. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are grayish-green in color, with long, thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pachycereus weberi 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 weberi

Pachycereus weberi can be found in Mexico.

Pachycereus weberi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pachycereus weberi?

Pachycereus weberi

How much light does Pachycereus weberi need?

Pachycereus weberi prefers bright, indirect light.

How often should I water Pachycereus weberi?

Water Pachycereus weberi 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

John Merle Coulter (1851-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.Coult.' in the authors string.
Curt Backeberg (1894-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Backeb.' in the authors string.