Pereskia grandispina - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.Forbes
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1837
Citation Micro:
Hort. Tour Germ.: 159. 1837.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000398422
Common Names
- Grandispina Pereskia
- Grandispina Barbados Gooseberry
- Grandispina Pereskia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pereskia grandispina (also called Grandispine Pereskia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Cactaceae family. It is a shrub-like cactus, growing up to 3 metres tall and 1 metre in diameter. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Pereskia grandispina is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in rock gardens and as a windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pereskia grandispina is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pereskia grandispina is a tropical evergreen shrub that prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant once established and can be propagated by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Pereskia grandispina
Pereskia grandispina can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.
Pereskia grandispina FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pereskia grandispina?
Pereskia grandispina
How much light does Pereskia grandispina need?
Pereskia grandispina prefers bright, indirect light.
How often should I water Pereskia grandispina?
Water Pereskia grandispina when the top inch of soil is dry.
Species in the Pereskia genus
Pereskia longissima, Pereskia lanceolata, Pereskia lanceolata, Pereskia hortensis, Pereskia haageana, Pereskia plantaginea, Pereskia grandispina, Pereskia grandifolia, Pereskia aculeata, Pereskia kellermanii, Pereskia horrida, Pereskia nemorosa, Pereskia sacharosa, Pereskia weberiana, Pereskia bahiensis, Pereskia stenantha, Pereskia rufida, Pereskia diaz-romeroana, Pereskia violacea,
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
James Forbes (1773-1861): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Forbes' in the authors string.
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