Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
marianus
ID:
1289252

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gentry) Sánchez-Mej.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1962

Citation Micro:
in Cact. Suc. Mex. 7: 85. 1962.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001288590

Common Names

  • Queen of the Night
  • Marian's Cactus
  • Night-Blooming Cereus

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Description

Peniocereus marianus (also called Marian's Peniocereus, among many other common names) is a small cactus species native to Mexico. It has cylindrical stems, up to 4 inches (10 cm) in diameter, with many tubercles and radial spines. It grows in rocky areas, in open grasslands and in scrubland.

Uses & Benefits

Peniocereus marianus is a low-growing, spreading plant that is often used as a ground cover. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It is also a popular choice for rock gardens and containers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Peniocereus marianus has large, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings have small, yellowish-brown spines.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Peniocereus marianus is a fast-growing cactus that can reach up to 1.5 m in height and 10 cm in diameter. It has a columnar shape and is covered with white spines. It needs to be grown in a well-draining soil mix and requires full sun to partial shade. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and allowed to dry out between waterings. Propagation is done by seed or offsets.

Where to Find Peniocereus marianus

Peniocereus marianus is native to Mexico.

Peniocereus marianus FAQ

What is the common name of Peniocereus marianus?

Marian's Peniocereus

What is the ideal temperature for Peniocereus marianus?

65-80 degrees Fahrenheit

What is the ideal light for Peniocereus marianus?

Bright, indirect light

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

Howard Scott Gentry (1903-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gentry' in the authors string.
Hernándo Sánchez-Mejorada (1926-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sánchez-Mej.' in the authors string.