Status:
valid
Authors:
(F.A.C.Weber ex K.Schum.) Byles & G.D.Rowley
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1957
Citation Micro:
in Cact. Succ. J. Gr. Brit. 19(3): 66. 1957.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000397764
Common Names
- Pilosocereus chrysacanthus
- Golden-Spined Pilosocereus
- Golden-Spined Cactus
Synonyms
- Pilocereus chrysacanthus F.A.C.Weber ex K.Schum. [unknown]
- Cephalocereus chrysacanthus (F.A.C.Weber ex K.Schum.) Britton & Rose [unknown]
- Cephalocereus quadricentralis E.Y.Dawson [unknown]
- Cephalocereus tehuacanus (Weing.) Borg [unknown]
- Cephalophorus chrysacanthus (F.A.C.Weber) Boom [unknown]
- Cereus chrysacanthus (F.A.C.Weber ex K.Schum.) Orcutt [unknown]
- Cereus tehuacanus (Weing.) Werderm. [unknown]
- Pilosocereus quadricentralis (E.Y.Dawson) Backeb. [valid]
- Pilocereus tehuacanus Weing. [unknown]
- Pilosocereus tehuacanus (Weing.) Byles & G.D.Rowley [unknown]
Description
Pilosocereus chrysacanthus (also called Golden Torch Cactus, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to Brazil and Argentina. It is a columnar cactus, growing up to 5 meters tall, with grey-green stems and yellow flowers. It is found in rocky areas and dry forests.
Uses & Benefits
Pilosocereus chrysacanthus is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and flower beds. It has attractive, bright green foliage and produces small, white flowers in the spring. It is also known for its ability to attract beneficial insects such as bees and butterflies.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pilosocereus chrysacanthus is white, with a yellow center and a diameter of about 3 cm. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are green and spiny.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pilosocereus chrysacanthus is a cactus native to Brazil and is best grown in a dry, sunny location. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from the stems and allowed to dry before planting in a well-draining soil mix.
Where to Find Pilosocereus chrysacanthus
Pilosocereus chrysacanthus is native to Central and South America, where it can be found in tropical rainforests and montane forests.
Pilosocereus chrysacanthus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pilosocereus chrysacanthus?
Pilosocereus chrysacanthus
What is the common name of Pilosocereus chrysacanthus?
Golden-spined Cactus
What is the natural habitat of Pilosocereus chrysacanthus?
It is found in the dry forests of Brazil
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,