Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
tetragonus
ID:
513769

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Hummelinck

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1938

Citation Micro:
in Succulenta (Netherlands) 20: 165. 1938.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000513101

Common Names

  • Acanthocereus Tetragonus
  • Four-angled Acanthocereus
  • Four-angled Hedge Cactus

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Synonyms

  • Acanthocereus acutangulus (Pfeiff.) A.Berger [unknown]
  • Acanthocereus baxaniensis (Karw. ex Pfeiff.) Borg [unknown]
  • Acanthocereus colombianus Britton & Rose [unknown]
  • Acanthocereus floridanus Small ex Britton & Rose [unknown]
  • Acanthocereus horridus Britton & Rose [unknown]
  • Acanthocereus occidentalis Britton & Rose [unknown]
  • Acanthocereus pentagonus (L.) Britton & Rose [unknown]
  • Acanthocereus pitajaya (Jacq.) Dugand ex Croizat [unknown]
  • Acanthocereus princeps (Pfeiff.) Backeb. [unknown]
  • Acanthocereus subinermis Britton & Rose [unknown]
  • Acanthocereus tetragonus micracanthus Dugand [unknown]
  • Cactus pentagonus L. [unknown]
  • Cactus pitajaya Jacq. [unknown]
  • Cactus prismaticus Willd. [unknown]
  • Cactus reptans Salm-Dyck ex DC. [unknown]
  • Cactus tetragonus L. [unknown]
  • Cereus acutangulus Pfeiff. [unknown]
  • Cereus baxaniensis Karw. ex Pfeiff. [unknown]
  • Cereus dussii K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Cereus horribilis A.Berger [unknown]
  • Cereus nitidus Salm-Dyck [unknown]
  • Cereus pentagonus (L.) Haw. [unknown]
  • Cereus pentagonus C.F.Först. [unknown]
  • Cereus pitajaya (Jacq.) DC. [unknown]
  • Cereus princeps Pfeiff. [unknown]
  • Cereus prismaticus (Willd.) Haw. ex Steud. [unknown]
  • Cereus ramosus Karw. ex Pfeiff. [unknown]
  • Cereus reptans Haw. ex Steud. [invalid]
  • Cereus sirul F.A.C.Weber [unknown]
  • Cereus tetragonus (L.) Mill. [unknown]
  • Cereus undulatus Pfeiff. [unknown]
  • Cereus variabilis Engelm. [unknown]
  • Cereus vasmerii Young [unknown]
  • Cereus tetragonus major Salm-Dyck ex Walp. [unknown]
  • Cereus tetragonus minor Salm-Dyck [unknown]
  • Cereus tetragonus ramosior Link & Otto [unknown]
  • Cereus prismaticus (Willd.) Haw. [unknown]
  • Cereus babosus F.A.C.Weber [unknown]

Description

Acanthocereus tetragonus (also called Four-Angled Acanthocereus, among many other common names) is a perennial succulent shrub native to Mexico and Guatemala. It has a thick, woody stem and long, narrow, dark green leaves. It produces small, yellow flowers in the spring and summer. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Uses & Benefits

Acanthocereus tetragonus is an ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. Its flowers attract butterflies and hummingbirds, and its leaves are used to make herbal teas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acanthocereus tetragonus has white flowers with yellow centers and black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Acanthocereus tetragonus is a slow-growing, cactus-like plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a well-draining soil mix and full sun. Water regularly during the growing season, but allow the soil to dry out between waterings. During the winter months, reduce watering and keep the plant in a cool, dry environment.

Where to Find Acanthocereus tetragonus

Acanthocereus tetragonus can be found in Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Acanthocereus tetragonus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Acanthocereus tetragonus?

Acanthocereus tetragonus

What is the common name of Acanthocereus tetragonus?

Tetragonus Acanthocereus

Where is Acanthocereus tetragonus native to?

Mexico

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

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Pieter Wagenaar Hummelinck (b.1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hummelinck' in the authors string.