Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
kanukuensis
ID:
398441

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Alexander) Leuenb.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
in Willdenowia 16: 506. 1987.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000397773

Common Names

  • Pilosocereus kanukuensis
  • Kanukuensis Pilosocereus
  • Kanukuensis Cactus

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Synonyms

  • Pilosocereus oligolepis kanukuensis (Alexander) P.J.Braun & Esteves [unknown]
  • Cephalocereus kanukuensis Alexander [unknown]

Description

Pilosocereus kanukuensis (also called Kanuku Cactus, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to Venezuela. 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 kanukuensis is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in landscaping. It is also used in rock gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pilosocereus kanukuensis has white flowers with yellow centers, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green, with small, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pilosocereus kanukuensis is a cactus that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can be propagated by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Pilosocereus kanukuensis

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

Pilosocereus kanukuensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pilosocereus kanukuensis?

Pilosocereus kanukuensis

What is the common name of Pilosocereus kanukuensis?

Kanuku Cactus

What is the natural habitat of Pilosocereus kanukuensis?

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,

References

Edward Johnston Alexander (1901-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Alexander' in the authors string.
Beat Ernst Leuenberger (1946-2010): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Leuenb.' in the authors string.