Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
crenulatus
ID:
597663

Status:
valid

Authors:
Salm-Dyck

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1822

Citation Micro:
Observ. Bot. Hort. Dyck. 3: 6. 1822.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000596995

Common Names

  • Cereus Crenulatus
  • Crenulate Cactus
  • Crenulate Cereus

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Description

Cereus crenulatus (also called 'Crenulate Cactus', among many other common names) is a cactus species native to South America. It has a cylindrical shape, and its flowers are white and pink. It grows in dry, desert-like habitats, often on rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Cereus crenulatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used for erosion control and to provide habitat for wildlife.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Cereus crenulatus var. gracilior Salm-Dyck
Cereus crenulatus var. griseus Salm-Dyck ex Pfeiff.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cereus crenulatus has fragrant white flowers and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a thin, white stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cereus crenulatus is a cactus species native to South America. It is a columnar cactus that can reach up to 8 meters in height. It is best grown in a sunny location with well-draining soil. Propagation is done by seed or stem cuttings. Stem cuttings should be taken from the top of the plant and allowed to dry for a few days before planting.

Where to Find Cereus crenulatus

Cereus crenulatus is native to Mexico.

Cereus crenulatus FAQ

What is Cereus crenulatus?

Cereus crenulatus is a species of cactus native to South America.

Where is Cereus crenulatus found?

Cereus crenulatus is found in the tropical forests of Colombia, Venezuela, and Brazil.

What is the growth habit of Cereus crenulatus?

Cereus crenulatus is a columnar cactus with an upright growth habit.

Species in the Cereus genus

Cereus ackermannii, Cereus acromelas, Cereus aethiops, Cereus albicaulis, Cereus albispinus, Cereus arachnoides, Cereus arcuatus, Cereus auratus, Cereus aureus, Cereus beckmannii, Cereus bicolor, Cereus bonariensis, Cereus brachiatus, Cereus candelabrius, Cereus caudatus, Cereus cirrhiferus, Cereus cochabambensis, Cereus colvillii, Cereus comarapanus, Cereus conformis, Cereus crenoides, Cereus crenulatus, Cereus cubensis, Cereus cumengii, Cereus decagonus, Cereus del-moralii, Cereus donatii, Cereus erectus, Cereus ericomus, Cereus erinaceus, Cereus estevesii, Cereus fernambucensis, Cereus fimbriatus, Cereus forbesii, Cereus formosus, Cereus freiburgensis, Cereus fricii, Cereus fulvispinosus, Cereus funkii, Cereus geminisetus, Cereus gladiger, Cereus gracilis, Cereus greggii, Cereus hankeanus, Cereus hansii, Cereus hertrichianus, Cereus herzogianus, Cereus heteracanthus, Cereus hexagonus, Cereus hildmannianus,

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,