Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
lanuginosus
ID:
398428

Status:
valid

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

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1957

Citation Micro:
in Cact. Succ. J. Gr. Brit. 19(3): 67. 1957.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000397760

Common Names

  • Pilosocereus lanuginosus
  • Woolly Pilosocereus
  • Woolly Cactus

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Synonyms

  • Pilocereus swartzii K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Pilosocereus coerulescens (Lem.) F.Ritter [unknown]
  • Pilocereus consolei Lem. [unknown]
  • Pilocereus coerulescens Lem. [unknown]
  • Cactus lanuginosus L. [unknown]
  • Cephalocereus columbianus Britton & Rose [deprecated]
  • Cephalocereus lanuginosus (L.) Britton & Rose [unknown]
  • Cereus lanuginosus (L.) Mill. [unknown]
  • Cereus lanuginosus (L.) Haw. [illegitimate]
  • Cereus pfeifferi Parm. ex Pfeiff. [unknown]
  • Cereus royenii Haw. [illegitimate]
  • Pilocereus lanuginosus (L.) Rümpler [unknown]
  • Pilocereus lanuginosus virens Rümpler [unknown]
  • Pilosocereus panchesiorum Xhonneux [unknown]

Description

Pilosocereus lanuginosus (also called 'Woolly 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 woolly, cylindrical stems. It is found in dry, open habitats such as deserts and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Pilosocereus lanuginosus 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 lanuginosus 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 lanuginosus is a fast-growing cactus native to Mexico. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Pilosocereus lanuginosus

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

Pilosocereus lanuginosus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pilosocereus lanuginosus?

Pilosocereus lanuginosus

What is the common name of Pilosocereus lanuginosus?

Woolly Pilosocereus

What type of plant is Pilosocereus lanuginosus?

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

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Gordon Douglas Rowley (1921-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.D.Rowley' in the authors string.
Ronald Stewart Byles (1923-1989): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Byles' in the authors string.