Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
cinnabarinus
ID:
398562

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Eichlam) Knebel

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1938

Citation Micro:
in Cact. & Vetpl. (Amsterdam) 4: 26. 1938.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000397894

Common Names

  • Phyllocereus cinnabarinus
  • Cinnabar Phyllocereus
  • Cinnabar Cactus

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Description

Phyllocereus cinnabarinus (also called Scarlet spine cactus, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to Mexico and Central America. It is a shrubby cactus with many thin, cylindrical stems that grow in a fan-like shape. It is found in dry, rocky areas and can tolerate a wide range of temperatures.

Uses & Benefits

Phyllocereus cinnabarinus is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Phyllocereus cinnabarinus has small white flowers with yellow centers, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phyllocereus cinnabarinus is a cactus that is native to Mexico. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in the spring or summer in a light potting mix.

Where to Find Phyllocereus cinnabarinus

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

Phyllocereus cinnabarinus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phyllocereus cinnabarinus?

Phyllocereus cinnabarinus

What is the common name of Phyllocereus cinnabarinus?

Cinnabar Cactus

What is the natural habitat of Phyllocereus cinnabarinus?

It is found in the dry forests of Brazil

Species in the Phyllocereus genus

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 Eichlam (1862-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eichlam' in the authors string.
Gottfried Knebel (b.1908): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Knebel' in the authors string.