Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
moennighoffii
ID:
541593

Status:
valid

Authors:
(D.F.Fisch.) Borg

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
Cacti: 171. 1937.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000540925

Common Names

  • Moennighoff's Aporocactus
  • Moennighoff's Cactus
  • Moennighoff's Rat Tail Cactus

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Synonyms

  • Cereus moennighoffi D.F.Fisch. [unknown]
  • Aporocactus moennighoffii (D.F.Fisch.) Borg [unknown]
  • Cereus moennighoffii D.F.Fisch. [unknown]

Description

Aporocactus moennighoffii (also called Moenninghoff's Cactus, among many other common names) is a cactus species native to Mexico and Central America. It is a climbing cactus with cylindrical stems, up to 3 m long, that can reach up to 1 m in height. The stems are covered with small spines and have small, white flowers. It is found in dry forests and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Aporocactus moennighoffii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used for erosion control and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aporocactus moennighoffii is a small, greenish-brown spikelet. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped nutlet. The seedlings are slender, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aporocactus moennighoffii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in the spring or summer.

Where to Find Aporocactus moennighoffii

Aporocactus moennighoffii is native to tropical Africa and can be found in moist forests, woodlands, and savannas.

Aporocactus moennighoffii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aporocactus moennighoffii?

Aporocactus moennighoffii

What is the common name of Aporocactus moennighoffii?

Moennighoff's Cactus

Where is Aporocactus moennighoffii native to?

Central and South America

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

John Borg (1873-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Borg' in the authors string.
Daniel Ferdinand Heinrich Albert Fischer (1865-1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.F.Fisch.' in the authors string.