Details of genus: Cleistocactus Lem. [884]
genus_ja:
genus_en:
# spp.: 25
pub_year: 1861
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 11 Aug 2023 | Scientific name & others | Show this data_source |
distribution_en: Peru to Uruguay
description_en: Genus of about 50 species of columnar, perennial cacti from mountainous areas, to 3,000m (10,000ft), in Peru, Bolivia, Paraguay, Argentina, and Uruguay, with cylindrical, fleshy stems bearing rounded ribs and dense spines. As they reach maturity (some in only 3-4 years), many species branch from the base and produce tubular, diurnal flowers. In frost-prone areas, grow in a warm greenhouse. In warmer climates, grow in a border with other cacti and succulents.
hardiness_en: Frost tender.
cultivation_en:
propagation_en: Sow seed at 21°C (70°F) in early spring or summer. Root stem cuttings in early summer.
pests_en: Mealybugs and root rot may be a problem.
description_ja:
comment: S. America
comment_ja:
type_species:
Phylogenetic definition:
Update Information: Created: 2007-12-06 12:51; Updated: 2023-08-13 05:57 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 | 25 | Show |