Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
estevesii
ID:
597736

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.J.Braun

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
in Brit. Cact. Succ. J. 22: 20. 2004.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000597068

Common Names

  • Cereus estevesii
  • Estevesii Cactus
  • Estevesii Cereus

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Synonyms

  • Mirabella estevesii (P.J.Braun) Guiggi [unknown]
  • Monvillea estevesii (P.J.Braun) Lodé [unknown]

Description

Cereus estevesii (also called Esteves' Cereus, among many other common names) is a cactus native to Mexico, Guatemala and Honduras. It grows in dry soils and is found in grassland and scrubland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cereus estevesii 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Cereus estevesii are white or pink in color and have a bell-shaped form. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have thin, wiry stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cereus estevesii is a cactus native to Mexico and Central America. It is a columnar cactus that can grow up to 10 feet tall. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and allowed to dry for a few days before planting.

Where to Find Cereus estevesii

Cereus estevesii can be found in Brazil, in the states of Bahia and Minas Gerais.

Cereus estevesii FAQ

What is the common name of Cereus estevesii?

It is commonly known as the 'Esteves's Cactus'

What type of soil does Cereus estevesii prefer?

It prefers well-draining, sandy soil with a pH of 6.5 to 7.0

What is the ideal temperature range for Cereus estevesii?

It prefers temperatures between 65-85°F (18-29°C)

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,

References