Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
fulvilanatus
ID:
398430

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Buining & Brederoo) F.Ritter

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Kakteen Südamerika 1: 84. 1979.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000397762

Common Names

  • Pilosocereus fulvilanatus
  • Fulvilanatus Pilosocereus
  • Fulvilanatus Cactus

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Synonyms

  • Pseudopilocereus fulvilanatus Buining & Brederoo [unknown]
  • Pilosocereus fulvilanatus vanheekianus P.J.Braun & Esteves [unknown]

Description

Pilosocereus fulvilanatus (also called Old Man Cactus, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to Brazil and Argentina. It is a columnar cactus, growing up to 3 meters tall, with grey-green stems and yellow flowers. It is found in rocky areas and dry forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pilosocereus fulvilanatus 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Pilosocereus fulvilanatus sub. rosae (P.J.Braun) Zappi
Pilosocereus fulvilanatus sub. fulvilanatus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pilosocereus fulvilanatus 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pilosocereus fulvilanatus 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 fulvilanatus

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

Pilosocereus fulvilanatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pilosocereus fulvilanatus?

Pilosocereus fulvilanatus

What is the common name of Pilosocereus fulvilanatus?

Fulvilanatus Pilosocereus

What type of plant is Pilosocereus fulvilanatus?

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

Albert Frederik Hendrik Buining (1901-1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Buining' in the authors string.
Friedrich Ritter (1898-1989): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Ritter' in the authors string.
Arnold J. Brederoo (1917-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brederoo' in the authors string.