Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
zopilotensis
ID:
1290611

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.Meyrán) Buxb.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1975

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001289949


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Description

Peniocereus zopilotensis (also called Zopilote Cactus, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to Mexico and Central America. It is a shrub-like cactus with flattened, oval-shaped pads that are covered in small, white spines. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Peniocereus zopilotensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a source of food and medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Peniocereus zopilotensis is white and bell-shaped, with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin and have a single, long stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Peniocereus zopilotensis is a perennial cactus that is native to Mexico. It can be grown from seed or cuttings. Seed should be sown in a well-drained potting mix in early spring. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny spot until they have rooted. Once rooted, the plants should be transplanted into individual pots and grown in a sunny spot.

Where to Find Peniocereus zopilotensis

Peniocereus zopilotensis is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Oaxaca and Guerrero.

Peniocereus zopilotensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Peniocereus zopilotensis?

Peniocereus zopilotensis

What is the common name of Peniocereus zopilotensis?

Zopilote Peniocereus

Where is Peniocereus zopilotensis found?

Peniocereus zopilotensis is found in Mexico

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

Franz Buxbaum (1900-1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Buxb.' in the authors string.
Jorge Meyrán (b.1918): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Meyrán' in the authors string.