Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
diaz-romeroana
ID:
1421164

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cárdenas

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
in Lilloa 23: 15, fig. 1, tab. 1. 1950.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001433629


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Description

Pereskia diaz-romeroana (also called Diaz-Romero Pereskia, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to Mexico and Central America. It is a shrubby cactus with thick, fleshy leaves and white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pereskia diaz-romeroana is used as an ornamental plant, as a natural fence, and as a source of food. It is also used for erosion control and as a source of fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Pereskia diaz-romeroana has yellow flowers with white centers. Seed: The seeds are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings are small, with thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pereskia diaz-romeroana is a perennial shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is best propagated from cuttings or by layering. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of stems and placed in a moist, well-draining medium. Layering can be done by bending a stem to the ground and covering it with soil. Once the stem has rooted, it can be cut from the parent plant and transplanted.

Where to Find Pereskia diaz-romeroana

Pereskia diaz-romeroana can be found in the Mexican states of Oaxaca and Veracruz.

Pereskia diaz-romeroana FAQ

What is the common name of Pereskia diaz-romeroana?

Rose Cactus

What type of soil does Pereskia diaz-romeroana prefer?

Well-draining, slightly acidic soil

How much light does Pereskia diaz-romeroana need?

Full sun to partial shade

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