Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
paraensis
ID:
1287721

Status:
valid

Authors:
Huber

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001287059

Common Names

  • Paraensis Cereus
  • Cereus paraensis
  • Paraensis Cactus

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Description

Cereus paraensis (also called Paraense's Cereus, among many other common names) is a species of cactus native to Brazil. It is a shrubby cactus with cylindrical stems that can grow up to 1.5 meters tall. The stems are covered with spines, and the flowers are white. It is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cereus paraensis is a popular ornamental plant that is used in gardens and homes. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments, such as headaches, fever, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cereus paraensis has white flowers with a diameter of 2-3 cm. The fruits are red and contain many small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have round-shaped bodies.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cereus paraensis can be propagated through seed or offsets. It prefers well-draining soil and full sun. Water when the soil is dry, and fertilize in the spring and summer.

Where to Find Cereus paraensis

Cereus paraensis is native to Brazil and can be found in the state of Para.

Cereus paraensis FAQ

What are the common names of Cereus paraensis?

Cereus paraensis is commonly known as the Para Cactus.

What is the growth rate of Cereus paraensis?

Cereus paraensis has a slow to moderate growth rate.

What is the ideal temperature for Cereus paraensis?

Cereus paraensis prefers temperatures between 50-90°F (10-32°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,

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