Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
pteranthus
ID:
1287837

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Link ex A.Dietr.) Britton & Rose

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
in Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 12: 431. 1909.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001287175

Common Names

  • Selenicereus pteranthus
  • Winged Cactus
  • Flying Cactus

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Description

Selenicereus pteranthus (also called Winged Night-Blooming Cereus, among many other common names) is a cactus species native to Mexico and the United States. It is a climbing cactus that grows up to 5 m tall and has a diameter of up to 10 cm. It is found in dry, rocky habitats at elevations of up to 1,000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Selenicereus pteranthus is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of food, and in traditional medicine.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Selenicereus pteranthus for. macdonaldeae (Hook.) Ralf Bauer
Selenicereus pteranthus for. pteranthus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Selenicereus pteranthus has large, white, trumpet-shaped flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have thin, green stems and small, oval, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Selenicereus pteranthus is a fast-growing, climbing cactus native to Mexico. It is best grown in a sunny location with well-draining soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept warm and moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from the stem and allowed to dry for a few days before planting in a well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Selenicereus pteranthus

Selenicereus pteranthus can be found in the deserts of the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Selenicereus pteranthus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Selenicereus pteranthus?

Selenicereus pteranthus

What is the common name of Selenicereus pteranthus?

Winged-Stem Nightblooming Cereus

What is the natural habitat of Selenicereus pteranthus?

Tropical forests of Central and South America

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

Johann Heinrich Friedrich Link (1767-1851): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Link' in the authors string.
Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Joseph Nelson Rose (1862-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rose' in the authors string.
Albert Gottfried Dietrich (1795-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Dietr.' in the authors string.