Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
euchlorus
ID:
398779

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.A.C.Weber ex K.Schum.) N.P.Taylor

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
in Cactaceae Consensus Init. 3: 10. 1997.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000398111

Common Names

  • Praecereus euchlorus
  • Euchlorus Praecereus
  • Praecereus

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Synonyms

  • Monvillea piedadensis F.Ritter [unknown]
  • Monvillea lauterbachii (K.Schum.) Borg [unknown]
  • Cereus campinensis piedadensis (F.Ritter) P.J.Braun [unknown]
  • Cereus campinensis piedadensis (F.Ritter) P.J.Braun & Esteves [valid]
  • Cereus euchlorus F.A.C.Weber ex K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Cereus euchlorus leucanthus (F.Ritter) P.J.Braun & Esteves [unknown]
  • Cereus lauterbachii K.Schum. ex Chodat & Hassl. [unknown]
  • Monvillea euchlora (F.A.C.Weber ex K.Schum.) Backeb. [unknown]
  • Monvillea leucantha F.Ritter [unknown]

Description

Praecereus euchlorus (also called Euchlorous spine cactus, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to Mexico and Central America. It is a shrubby cactus with many thin, cylindrical stems that grow in a fan-like shape. It is found in dry, rocky areas and can tolerate a wide range of temperatures.

Uses & Benefits

Praecereus euchlorus is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal plant.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Praecereus euchlorus sub. smithianus (Britton & Rose) N.P.Taylor
Praecereus euchlorus sub. amazonicus (K.Schum. ex Vaupel) N.P.Taylor
Praecereus euchlorus sub. diffusus (Britton & Rose) N.P.Taylor
Praecereus euchlorus sub. jaenensis (Rauh & Backeb.) Ostolaza
Praecereus euchlorus sub. euchlorus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Praecereus euchlorus 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

Praecereus euchlorus is a fast-growing cactus that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It is best propagated from stem cuttings. To propagate, cut a stem from the mother plant and allow it to dry for a few days before planting. Plant the stem in a well-draining cactus mix and keep it in a warm, sunny location. Water the plant regularly, but allow the soil to dry out between waterings.

Where to Find Praecereus euchlorus

Praecereus euchlorus can be found in Mexico.

Praecereus euchlorus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Praecereus euchlorus?

Praecereus euchlorus

What is the common name of Praecereus euchlorus?

Euchlorus Praecereus

What is the natural habitat of Praecereus euchlorus?

It is native to Mexico.

Species in the Praecereus genus

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

Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.
Frédéric Albert Constantin Weber (1830-1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.A.C.Weber' in the authors string.
Nigel Paul Taylor (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.P.Taylor' in the authors string.