Status:
valid
Authors:
(Lem.) Byles & G.D.Rowley
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1957
Citation Micro:
in Cact. Succ. J. Gr. Brit. 19(3): 66. 1957.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001245369
Common Names
- Pilosocereus arrabidae
- Arrabidae Pilosocereus
- Arrabidae Old Man Cactus
Description
Pilosocereus arrabidae (also called Arrabidae, among many other common names) is a perennial cactus native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It is found in dry and moist forests, woodlands, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Pilosocereus arrabidae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pilosocereus arrabidae is white, with a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are green and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pilosocereus arrabidae is a cactus that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize every few months. Prune to maintain shape and size.
Where to Find Pilosocereus arrabidae
Pilosocereus arrabidae can be found in the Brazilian states of Bahia and Minas Gerais.
Pilosocereus arrabidae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pilosocereus arrabidae?
Pilosocereus arrabidae
What is the common name of Pilosocereus arrabidae?
Arrabidae Pilosocereus
What is the natural habitat of Pilosocereus arrabidae?
It is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Species in the Pilosocereus genus
Pilosocereus chrysostele,
Pilosocereus flexibilispinus,
Pilosocereus machrisii,
Pilosocereus lanuginosus,
Pilosocereus fulvilanatus,
Pilosocereus juaruensis,
Pilosocereus chrysacanthus,
Pilosocereus gimnensis,
Pilosocereus kanukuensis,
Pilosocereus aurilanatus,
Pilosocereus catalani,
Pilosocereus aureispinus,
Pilosocereus bohlei,
Pilosocereus azulensis,
Pilosocereus ulei,
Pilosocereus tillianus,
Pilosocereus splendidus,
Pilosocereus parvus,
Pilosocereus occultiflorus,
Pilosocereus moritzianus,
Pilosocereus pusillibaccatus,
Pilosocereus mollispinus,
Pilosocereus pseudosuperfloccosus,
Pilosocereus robinii,
Pilosocereus arrabidae,
Pilosocereus aurisetus,
Pilosocereus catingicola,
Pilosocereus floccosus,
Pilosocereus glaucochrous,
Pilosocereus hermentianus,
Pilosocereus pentaedrophorus,
Pilosocereus piauhyensis,
Pilosocereus albisummus,
Pilosocereus densiareolatus,
Pilosocereus diersianus,
Pilosocereus flavipulvinatus,
Pilosocereus magnificus,
Pilosocereus multicostatus,
Pilosocereus pachycladus,
Pilosocereus subsimilis,
Pilosocereus vilaboensis,
Pilosocereus polygonus,
Pilosocereus brasiliensis,
Pilosocereus brooksianus,
Pilosocereus collinsii,
Pilosocereus colombianus,
Pilosocereus gaumeri,
Pilosocereus millspaughii,
Pilosocereus purpusii,
Pilosocereus leucocephalus,
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,