Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
extensus
ID:
1260972

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Salm-Dyck ex DC.) Leuenb.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
in Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 123(1): 56. 2001.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001260310

Common Names

  • Selenicereus extensus
  • Extended Selenicereus
  • Extended Selenicereus Cactus

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Description

Selenicereus extensus (also called Spreading Selenicereus, among many other common names) is a cactus native to Central and South America. It is an evergreen with thick, fleshy leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in rocky, sandy, and well-drained soils in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Selenicereus extensus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used to stabilize soil and to reduce erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Selenicereus extensus is small, white, and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling has a single cotyledon and a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Selenicereus extensus is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to Central and South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It is best to water the plant deeply and infrequently, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Where to Find Selenicereus extensus

Selenicereus extensus can be found in South America, primarily in the countries of Colombia and Ecuador.

Selenicereus extensus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Selenicereus extensus?

Selenicereus extensus

What is the common name of Selenicereus extensus?

Extensus

What type of plant is Selenicereus extensus?

Cactus

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

Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Joseph zu Salm-Reifferscheidt-Dyck (1773-1861): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Salm-Dyck' in the authors string.
Beat Ernst Leuenberger (1946-2010): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Leuenb.' in the authors string.