Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
paranganiensis
ID:
398479

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cárdenas) P.V.Heath

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
in Calyx 4(4): 158. 1994.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000397811

Common Names

  • Pfeiffera paranganiensis
  • Paranganiensis Pfeiffera
  • Paranganiensis False Aralia

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Synonyms

  • Acanthorhipsalis paranganiensis Cárdenas [unknown]
  • Lepismium paranganiense (Cárdenas) Barthlott [unknown]
  • Rhipsalis paranganiensis (Cárdenas) Kimnach [unknown]
  • Nothorhipsalis paranganiensis (Cárdenas) Doweld [unknown]
  • Bolivihanburya paranganiensis (Cárdenas) Guiggi [unknown]

Description

Pfeiffera paranganiensis (also called Parangani Pfeiffera, among many other common names) is a columnar cactus native to Mexico and Central America. It has a grey-green stem with yellowish-brown spines and white flowers. It grows in rocky, dry areas and prefers full sun.

Uses & Benefits

Pfeiffera paranganiensis is used for its medicinal properties. It is known to have anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antioxidant properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant, for landscaping, and as a source of food.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pfeiffera paranganiensis has small yellow flowers, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green, with small, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pfeiffera paranganiensis is a slow-growing cactus that can reach up to 5 feet in height. It is best propagated from seed. To propagate, sow the seeds in a well-draining cactus mix and keep the soil warm and moist. Place the seedlings in a warm, sunny location and water regularly, but allow the soil to dry out between waterings.

Where to Find Pfeiffera paranganiensis

Pfeiffera paranganiensis is native to Central and South America, where it can be found in tropical rainforests and montane forests.

Pfeiffera paranganiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pfeiffera paranganiensis?

Pfeiffera paranganiensis

What is the common name of Pfeiffera paranganiensis?

Parangani Pfeiffera

What is the natural habitat of Pfeiffera paranganiensis?

It is found in the tropical forests of Brazil

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,

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