Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
angelesiae
ID:
1421649

Status:
valid

Authors:
(R.Kiesling) Schlumpb.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
in Cactaceae Syst. Init. 28: 30. 2012.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001434114

Common Names

  • Soehrensia angelesiae
  • Angelesiae Soehrensia
  • Angelesiae Cactus

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Description

Soehrensia angelesiae (also called 'Angeles' Cactus', among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to Brazil. It is a shrub-like cactus with many branches and long, thin, cylindrical stems. The stems are usually green with yellow or white spines. It grows in rocky outcrops and dry forests.

Uses & Benefits

Soehrensia angelesiae 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 Soehrensia angelesiae is yellow 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Soehrensia angelesiae is a perennial herbaceous plant that is propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is best to water the plants regularly and fertilize them every few weeks. Pruning is not necessary, but it can help to keep the plant looking neat and tidy.

Where to Find Soehrensia angelesiae

Soehrensia angelesiae is native to Mexico and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.

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

Roberto Kiesling (b.1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Kiesling' in the authors string.
Boris O. Schlumpberger (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schlumpb.' in the authors string.