Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
striatus
ID:
1246222

Status:
valid

Authors:
(K.Brandegee) Buxb.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
in: Krainz, H., Kakteen: 62: Clla. 1975.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001245560

Common Names

  • Peniocereus Striatus
  • Striped Pitaya
  • Striped Cereus

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Description

Peniocereus striatus (also called Striped Peniocereus, among many other common names) is a cactus that grows up to 5 meters tall. It is native to South America, and is found in dry, rocky habitats. It has white or pink flowers and small, round, green fruits.

Uses & Benefits

Peniocereus striatus is used as an ornamental plant, and its flowers are used as a natural dye. It is also used as a medicinal plant, and its fruits are used to treat fever, headache, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Peniocereus striatus has small, yellow flowers with purple veins. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Peniocereus striatus is a fast-growing, cactus that can reach up to 3 m in height. It is best grown in well-drained soil in a sunny spot. Propagation is usually done by cuttings, as the plant does not produce many seeds.

Where to Find Peniocereus striatus

Peniocereus striatus is native to South America and can be found in tropical rainforests and cloud forests.

Peniocereus striatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Peniocereus striatus?

Peniocereus striatus

What is the common name of Peniocereus striatus?

Striped Peniocereus

What is the natural habitat of Peniocereus striatus?

Deserts

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

Mary Katharine Brandegee (1844-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Brandegee' in the authors string.
Franz Buxbaum (1900-1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Buxb.' in the authors string.