Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
anthonyanus
ID:
1256767

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Alexander) D.R.Hunt

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
in Bradleya 7: 93. 1989.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001256105

Common Names

  • Selenicereus anthonyanus
  • Anthony's Night-blooming Cereus
  • Anthony's Queen of the Night

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Description

Selenicereus anthonyanus (also called Anthony's Nightblooming Cereus, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to the Caribbean. It grows up to 2 m tall with a climbing stem and white flowers. It grows in moist, shady habitats and is often found in ravines.

Uses & Benefits

Selenicereus anthonyanus is an attractive ornamental plant, often grown for its showy flowers and attractive foliage. It is also used as a houseplant and in rock gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Selenicereus anthonyanus has white flowers with a diameter of 3 cm. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Selenicereus anthonyanus is a slow-growing cactus that can be propagated from seed or offsets. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season, but allow the soil to dry out between waterings. During the winter, reduce watering.

Where to Find Selenicereus anthonyanus

Selenicereus anthonyanus is found in the wild in Mexico.

Selenicereus anthonyanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Selenicereus anthonyanus?

Selenicereus anthonyanus

What is the common name of Selenicereus anthonyanus?

Anthony's Night-blooming Cereus

What is the natural habitat of Selenicereus anthonyanus?

Tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas

Species in the Selenicereus genus

Selenicereus murrillii, Selenicereus nelsonii, Selenicereus radicans, Selenicereus hamatus, Selenicereus inermis, Selenicereus innesii, Selenicereus tricae, Selenicereus grandiflorus, Selenicereus spinulosus, Selenicereus vagans, Selenicereus atropilosus, Selenicereus validus, Selenicereus setaceus, Selenicereus anthonyanus, Selenicereus extensus, Selenicereus pteranthus, Selenicereus megalanthus, Selenicereus alliodorus, Selenicereus calcaratus, Selenicereus dorschianus, Selenicereus escuintlensis, Selenicereus glaber, Selenicereus guatemalensis, Selenicereus minutiflorus, Selenicereus monacanthus, Selenicereus ocamponis, Selenicereus purpusii, Selenicereus stenopterus, Selenicereus tonduzii, Selenicereus triangularis, Selenicereus trigonus, Selenicereus undatus, Selenicereus costaricensis,

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.
David Hunt (1938-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.R.Hunt' in the authors string.