Chiba University Matsudo/Kashiwa Campus Plant Database

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Details of genus: Neobuxbaumia Backeb. [887]

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pub_year: 1938

accepted: Synonym (= Cephalocereus)

Family: Cactaceae

family_ja: サボテン

Infra familial classification: Subfamily Cactoideae

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Kew Gardens (2017) Plants of the world online (POWO). Accessed on 01 Sep 2023Scientific name & others Show this data_source

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description_en: Genus of about 8 species of columnar or tree-like, perennial cacti from dry to humid areas of Mexico. The stems are cylindrical and the ribs usually low-set; the areoles bear numerous bristles and bristly spines. The nocturnal, white, pink, or red flowers, produced in summer, are followed by angular fruits, which open like stars when ripe. In areas where temperatures drop below 15°C (59°F), grow in a warm greenhouse. In warmer climates, grow in a courtyard or border.

hardiness_en: Frost tender.

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propagation_en: Sow seed at 19-24°C (66-75°F) in spring.

pests_en: Susceptible to scale insects.

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Update Information: Created: 2007-12-06 12:51; Updated: 2023-09-01 14:32 by hkokubun@mac.com

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SystemAccepted?Scientific nameJapanese nameInfra-familial classification# species
PB2 Cactaceae サボテン科 Subfamily Cactoideae Show
PB3 Cactaceae サボテン科 Subfamily Cactoideae Show
APG4 Synonym (= Cephalocereus) Cactaceae サボテン科 Subfamily Cactoideae Show

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