Details of genus: Disocactus Lindl. [2054]
genus_ja:
genus_en:
# spp.: 18
pub_year: 1845
accepted: Accepted
Family: Cactaceae
family_ja: サボテン
Infra familial classification: Subfamily Cactoideae
Citation:| data_source | Kind of information | Note | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kew Gardens (2017) Plants of the world online (POWO). Accessed on 23 Sep 2023 | Scientific name & others | Show this data_source |
distribution_en: Mexico to Central America
description_en: Genus of 10 species of freely branching, epiphytic or rock-dwelling, perennial cacti, found in rainforest in subtropical and tropical Central and South America, and the West Indies. They have cylindrical primary stems, rounded in cross-section, and flattened lateral stems. Funnel-shaped or tubular, diurnal flowers, sometimes sweetly scented, are borne on marginal areoles, followed by spherical to ovoid, usually white or greenish white fruits with black seeds. In frost-prone areas, grow in a container or hanging basket in a warm greenhouse; in warmer regions, grow epiphytically.
hardiness_en: Frost tender.
cultivation_en:
propagation_en: Sow seed at 27°C (81°F) as soon as ripe in loamless seed compost, in a closed case and filtered light; keep the compost moist. Root stem cuttings in late spring.
pests_en: Vulnerable to mealybugs.
description_ja:
comment: C. America
comment_ja: クジャクサボテン
type_species: Disocactus biformis
Phylogenetic definition:
Update Information: Created: 2007-12-06 12:51; Updated: 2023-09-23 22:35 by hkokubun@mac.com
family:
| System | Accepted? | Scientific name | Japanese name | Infra-familial classification | # species | |
| PB2 | Cactaceae | サボテン科 | Subfamily Cactoideae | Show | ||
| PB3 | Cactaceae | サボテン科 | Subfamily Cactoideae | Show | ||
| APG4 | Accepted | Cactaceae | サボテン科 | Subfamily Cactoideae | 18 | Show |