Details of Genus: Nopalxochia Britton & Rose (1923)
ID: 2548
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# spp.: N/A (from genus_families table) | 0 (from names table)
Accepted: Synonym (= Disocactus)
Family: Cactaceae
Family ja: サボテン
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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 |
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Description en: Genus of 4 species of freely branching, epiphytic, perennial cacti, very closely related to Epiphyllum, from forest in S. Mexico and Central America. They have strap-shaped, jointed, spineless stems, often cylindrical at the bases, with notched margins. In late spring and early summer, funnel- to bell- or cup-shaped, diurnal flowers are borne on slender tubes from the marginal areoles. The flowers last for 3~ days and are followed in the species by ovoid red fruits, containing seeds encased in jelly-like pulp. Below 10°C (50°F), grow in a temperate or warm greenhouse, or as houseplants. In warmer climates, grow in a courtyard or in a shady border.
Hardiness en: Frost tender.
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Propagation en: Sow seed at 19-24°C (66-75°F) in spring. Take cuttings of stem sections after flowering.
Pests en: Vulnerable to mealybugs, especially in early spring.
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Update information: Created: 2010-06-04 18:58; Updated: 2023-09-23 22:48 by hkokubun@mac.com
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| System | Accepted? | Botanical name | Japanese name | Infra-familial classification | # species | |
| APG4 | Synonym (= Disocactus) | Cactaceae | サボテン科 | Show | ||
| PB2 | Cactaceae | サボテン科 | Show | |||
| PB3 | Cactaceae | サボテン科 | Show |