Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
smithianus
ID:
598350

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sweet

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Hort. Brit.: 237. 1830.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000597682



Common Names

  • Cereus smithianus
  • Smith's Cereus
  • Smith's cactus


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Description

Cereus smithianus (also called Smith's Cereus, among many other common names) is a cactus that grows up to 2 meters in height. It is native to Mexico, and is found in tropical and subtropical dry shrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Cereus smithianus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a potted plant. It can also be used as a hedge or as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cereus smithianus has white, funnel-shaped flowers. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, bright green leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cereus smithianus is a fast-growing plant and can reach maturity in a few months. It prefers a well-draining soil mix and should be kept in a warm, humid environment. Propagation is done through cuttings, which should be planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Cereus smithianus

Cereus smithianus is native to South America. It can be found in the wild in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Paraguay, and Uruguay. It is also available from nurseries and online retailers.

Cereus smithianus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cereus smithianus?

Cereus smithianus

What is the common name of Cereus smithianus?

Smith's Apple Cactus

What is the natural habitat of Cereus smithianus?

Deserts and scrublands of Mexico and the southwestern United States

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