Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
trichophorus
ID:
1289769

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Johnson & Kimnach

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
in Cact. Succ. J. (Los Angeles) 35: 205. 1963.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001289107

Common Names

  • Weberocereus Trichophorus
  • Trichophorus Columnar Cactus
  • Trichophorus Pitaya

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Description

Weberocereus trichophorus (also called Trichophorus cactus, and many other common names) is a cactus species native to Mexico and the United States. It is a columnar cactus, with stems up to 4 m (13 ft) tall, and up to 5 cm (2 in) in diameter. It typically grows in dry grassland and scrubland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Weberocereus trichophorus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food, fiber, and fuel.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Weberocereus trichophorus has white flowers with a diameter of around 2 cm. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a single stem with small, white spines.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Weberocereus trichophorus is a cactus species native to Mexico. It is a slow-growing cactus that can be propagated from seed or from cuttings. When propagating from seed, the seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from the stem and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy. Weberocereus trichophorus should be protected from frost.

Where to Find Weberocereus trichophorus

Weberocereus trichophorus can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Weberocereus trichophorus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Weberocereus trichophorus?

Weberocereus trichophorus

What is the common name of Weberocereus trichophorus?

Hairy Weberocereus

What is the natural habitat of Weberocereus trichophorus?

It is native to Peru

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

Myron William Kimnach (1922-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kimnach' in the authors string.
Joseph Harry Johnson (1894-1987): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Johnson' in the authors string.