Pilosocereus millspaughii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
millspaughii
ID:
1289720
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Britton) Byles & G.D.Rowley
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1957
Citation Micro:
in Cact. Succ. J. Gr. Brit. 19(3): 67. 1957.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001289058
Common Names
- Pilosocereus Millspaughii
- Millspaugh's Club Cactus
- Golden Torch Cactus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pilosocereus millspaughii (also called Millspaugh'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 millspaughii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pilosocereus millspaughii 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 millspaughii 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 millspaughii
Pilosocereus millspaughii can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Pilosocereus millspaughii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pilosocereus millspaughii?
Pilosocereus millspaughii
What is the common name of Pilosocereus millspaughii?
Millspaugh's Pilosocereus
What is the natural habitat of Pilosocereus millspaughii?
It is native to Mexico and Central America
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.
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.
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