Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
guatemalensis
ID:
1421628

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Eichlam ex Weingart) D.R.Hunt

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
in Cactaceae Syst. Init. 36: 32. 2017.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001434093

Common Names

  • Selenicereus guatemalensis
  • Guatemalensis Selenicereus
  • Guatemalensis Nightblooming Cereus

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Description

Selenicereus guatemalensis (also called 'Guatemalan Cactus', among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to Mexico, Central America, and South America. It is a climbing cactus with long, thin, cylindrical stems. The stems are usually green with yellow or white spines. It grows in rocky outcrops and dry forests.

Uses & Benefits

Selenicereus guatemalensis is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used in traditional ceremonies and as a natural dye.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Selenicereus guatemalensis is white and has a diameter of about 2 cm. The seed is small and black, with a diameter of about 1 mm. The seedlings are small and green.

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Where to Find Selenicereus guatemalensis

Selenicereus guatemalensis is native to Guatemala and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.

Selenicereus guatemalensis FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Selenicereus guatemalensis?

Selenicereus guatemalensis is native to Guatemala.

What is the growth habit of Selenicereus guatemalensis?

Selenicereus guatemalensis is a climbing cactus with long, thin stems.

What is the flower color of Selenicereus guatemalensis?

The flowers of Selenicereus guatemalensis are white or pink.

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

David Hunt (1938-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.R.Hunt' in the authors string.
Friedrich Eichlam (1862-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Eichlam' in the authors string.