Disocactus moennighoffii - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
moennighoffii
ID:
509753
Status:
valid
Authors:
(D.F.Fisch.) E.Meier
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
in EPIG 57: 17. 2006.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000509085
Common Names
- Disocactus Moennighoffii
- Moennighoffii Disocactus
- Disocactus Moennighoffii Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Cereus moenninghoffii D.F.Fisch. [unknown]
Description
Disocactus moennighoffii (also called Moennighoff's Disocactus, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Cactaceae family. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It typically grows in moist, shady areas, such as tropical rainforests.
Uses & Benefits
Disocactus moennighoffii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Disocactus moennighoffii has yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Disocactus moennighoffii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist potting mix. The plant should be kept in a warm, sunny spot.
Where to Find Disocactus moennighoffii
Disocactus moennighoffii is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.
Disocactus moennighoffii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Disocactus moennighoffii?
Disocactus moennighoffii
What are the common names of Disocactus moennighoffii?
Common names of Disocactus moennighoffii include African Daisy, African Daisy Bush, and African Daisy Tree.
Where is Disocactus moennighoffii native to?
Disocactus moennighoffii is native to South Africa.
Species in the Disocactus genus
Disocactus capelleanus, Disocactus moennighoffii, Disocactus ackermannii, Disocactus aurantiacus, Disocactus biformis, Disocactus eichlamii, Disocactus hybridus, Disocactus kimnachii, Disocactus macdougallii, Disocactus macranthus, Disocactus mallisonii, Disocactus nelsonii, Disocactus phyllanthoides, Disocactus quezaltecus, Disocactus speciosus, Disocactus violaceus, Disocactus anguliger, Disocactus lepidocarpus, Disocactus lodei, Disocactus salvadorensis, Disocactus crenatus,
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
Eckhard Meier: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Meier' in the authors string.
Daniel Ferdinand Heinrich Albert Fischer (1865-1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.F.Fisch.' in the authors string.
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