Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
subintortus
ID:
745846

Status:
valid

Authors:
Salm-Dyck ex C.F.Först.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
Handb. Cacteenk.: 381. 1846.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000745179

Common Names

  • Cereus Cactus
  • Queen of the Night
  • Night-blooming Cereus

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Description

Cereus subintortus (also called Subintortus Cereus, among many other common names) is a species of cactus in the Cactaceae family. It is native to South America and is found in dry, rocky habitats. It has a cylindrical stem and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Cereus subintortus is a flowering plant that is often used as an ornamental in gardens. It is also known to attract beneficial insects, such as bees, to the garden.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Cereus subintortus var. flavispinus Salm-Dyck ex C.F.Först.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cereus subintortus is a white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cereus subintortus is a perennial cactus that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by cuttings or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring and will germinate in 1-3 months.

Where to Find Cereus subintortus

Cereus subintortus is native to Mexico and can be found in dry scrublands.

Cereus subintortus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cereus subintortus?

Cereus subintortus

What type of plant is Cereus subintortus?

Cactus

Where does Cereus subintortus grow?

Deserts and arid regions

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

Joseph zu Salm-Reifferscheidt-Dyck (1773-1861): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Salm-Dyck' in the authors string.
Carl Friedrich Förster (1817-1901): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.F.Först.' in the authors string.