Status:
valid
Authors:
F.Ritter
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1979
Citation Micro:
Kakteen Südamerika 1: 70. 1979.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001256479
Common Names
- Pilosocereus Pachycladus
- Pachycladus Cactus
- Fishhook Cactus
Description
Pilosocereus pachycladus (also called Pachycladus Pilosocereus, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to Mexico. It is a columnar cactus that can reach up to 6 m in height, with 8-10 ribs and areoles with yellowish spines. It is found in the tropical dry forest of the Pacific coast of Mexico, in the states of Guerrero, Oaxaca and Michoacán.
Uses & Benefits
Pilosocereus pachycladus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Pilosocereus pachycladus sub. pernambucoensis (F.Ritter) Zappi
Pilosocereus pachycladus sub. pachycladus
Pilosocereus pachycladus sub. viridis N.P.Taylor & Albuq.-Lima
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pilosocereus pachycladus is white and funnel-shaped with a yellowish center. Its seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a short stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pilosocereus pachycladus can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and allowed to dry for a few days before planting in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist until the cuttings have rooted.
Where to Find Pilosocereus pachycladus
Pilosocereus pachycladus is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Hidalgo, Queretaro, and San Luis Potosi.
Pilosocereus pachycladus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pilosocereus pachycladus?
Pilosocereus pachycladus
What is the common name of Pilosocereus pachycladus?
Pachycladus Pilosocereus
What is the natural habitat of Pilosocereus pachycladus?
Tropical rainforest
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,