Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
chrysostele
ID:
398412

Status:
valid

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

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1957

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000397744

Common Names

  • Pilosocereus chrysostele
  • Golden-Stemmed Pilosocereus
  • Golden-Stemmed Cactus

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Synonyms

  • Pilocereus chrysostele (Vaupel) Werderm. [unknown]
  • Pseudopilocereus chrysostele (Vaupel) Buxb. [unknown]
  • Cephalocereus chrysostele (Vaupel) Borg [unknown]
  • Cereus chrysostele Vaupel [unknown]
  • Pilosocereus chrysostele chrysostele [valid]

Description

Pilosocereus chrysostele (also called 'Golden-Stemmed Pilosocereus', among many other common names) is a large, cactus native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It has an upright habit and grows up to 10 m tall. It has small, yellow flowers and spiny, cylindrical stems. It is found in dry, open habitats such as deserts and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Pilosocereus chrysostele 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

Pilosocereus chrysostele has yellow flowers with red centers, and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings are small and thin with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pilosocereus chrysostele can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Plants should be grown in full sun or partial shade and require regular watering.

Where to Find Pilosocereus chrysostele

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

Pilosocereus chrysostele FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pilosocereus chrysostele?

Pilosocereus chrysostele

What is the common name of Pilosocereus chrysostele?

Golden-stemmed Pilosocereus

What type of plant is Pilosocereus chrysostele?

Cactus

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.
Friedrich Karl Johann Vaupel (1876-1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vaupel' in the authors string.
Ronald Stewart Byles (1923-1989): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Byles' in the authors string.