Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ianthothele
ID:
1289765

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Monv.) F.A.C.Weber

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1898

Citation Micro:
in: Bois, D.G.J.M., Dict. Hort.: 944. 1898.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001289103

Common Names

  • Pfeiffera Ianthothele
  • Ianthothele Pitaya
  • Ianthothele Cactus

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Description

Pfeiffera ianthothele (also called Ianthothele 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

Pfeiffera ianthothele is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pfeiffera ianthothele 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Pfeiffera ianthothele 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. Pfeiffera ianthothele should be protected from frost.

Where to Find Pfeiffera ianthothele

Pfeiffera ianthothele can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Pfeiffera ianthothele FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pfeiffera ianthothele?

Pfeiffera ianthothele

What is the common name of Pfeiffera ianthothele?

Purple Pfeiffera

What is the natural habitat of Pfeiffera ianthothele?

It is native to Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean

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

Frédéric Albert Constantin Weber (1830-1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.A.C.Weber' in the authors string.
Hippolyte Boissel de Monville (1794-1863): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Monv.' in the authors string.