Pilosocereus gaumeri - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gaumeri
ID:
1289703
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Britton & Rose) Backeb.
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1960
Citation Micro:
Cactaceae 4: 2462–2463. 1960.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001289041
Common Names
- Pilosocereus Gaumeri
- Gaumeri Column Cactus
- Brazilian Old Man Cactus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pilosocereus gaumeri (also called Gaumer's cactus, and many other common names) is a cactus species native to Mexico and the United States. It is a columnar cactus, with stems up to 4 m (13 ft) tall, and up to 5 cm (2 in) in diameter. It typically grows in dry grassland and scrubland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Pilosocereus gaumeri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pilosocereus gaumeri is white or pinkish, with a diameter of up to 5 cm. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are usually solitary and have a globose shape.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pilosocereus gaumeri is a columnar cactus species from Mexico and Central America. It is a slow-growing plant that can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. It prefers a well-draining soil mix and full sun to partial shade. Water sparingly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.
Where to Find Pilosocereus gaumeri
Pilosocereus gaumeri can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Pilosocereus gaumeri FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Pilosocereus gaumeri?
Pilosocereus gaumeri is native to Mexico.
What is the size of Pilosocereus gaumeri?
Pilosocereus gaumeri can grow up to 10 meters tall.
What is the growth rate of Pilosocereus gaumeri?
The growth rate of Pilosocereus gaumeri is slow to moderate.
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
Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.
Curt Backeberg (1894-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Backeb.' in the authors string.
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