Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
aurisetus
ID:
1246033

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Werderm.) Byles & G.D.Rowley

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1957

Citation Micro:
in Cact. Succ. J. Gr. Brit. 19(3): 66. 1957.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001245371

Common Names

  • Pilosocereus aurisetus
  • Aurisetus Pilosocereus
  • Aurisetus Old Man Cactus

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Description

Pilosocereus aurisetus (also called Aurisetus, 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 aurisetus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It can also be used to make jams, jellies, and syrups.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pilosocereus aurisetus is white, with a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are green and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pilosocereus aurisetus 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 aurisetus

Pilosocereus aurisetus can be found in the Brazilian states of Bahia and Minas Gerais.

Pilosocereus aurisetus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pilosocereus aurisetus?

Pilosocereus aurisetus

What is the common name of Pilosocereus aurisetus?

Aurisetus Pilosocereus

What is the natural habitat of Pilosocereus aurisetus?

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,

References

Gordon Douglas Rowley (1921-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.D.Rowley' in the authors string.
Erich Werdermann (1892-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Werderm.' in the authors string.
Ronald Stewart Byles (1923-1989): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Byles' in the authors string.