Pereskia stenantha - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
F.Ritter
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1979
Citation Micro:
Kakteen Südamerika 1: 21. 1979.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001289083
Common Names
- Pereskia Stenantha
- Stenantha Leaf Cactus
- Stenantha Rose Cactus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pereskia stenantha (also called Stenantha cactus, and many other common names) is a cactus species native to Mexico and the United States. It is a columnar cactus, with stems up to 4 m (13 ft) tall, and up to 5 cm (2 in) in diameter. It typically grows in dry grassland and scrubland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Pereskia stenantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pereskia stenantha has white flowers with a diameter of around 2 cm. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a single stem with small, white spines.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pereskia stenantha is a cactus species native to Mexico. It is a slow-growing cactus that can be propagated from seed or from cuttings. When propagating from seed, the seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from the stem and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy. Pereskia stenantha should be protected from frost.
Where to Find Pereskia stenantha
Pereskia stenantha can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Pereskia stenantha FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pereskia stenantha?
Pereskia stenantha
What is the common name of Pereskia stenantha?
Stenantha Pereskia
What is the natural habitat of Pereskia stenantha?
It is native to Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean
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
Friedrich Ritter (1898-1989): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Ritter' in the authors string.
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