Cereus (/ ˈ s ɪər i ə s / "serious") [2] is a genus of cacti (family Cactaceae) including around 33 species of large columnar cacti from South America. The name is derived from Greek (κηρός) and Latin words meaning "wax", "torch" or "candle".

2023年10月5日 · The night-blooming cereus is a type of flowering cactus classified as a ceroid cactus with several nicknames. This cactus is free from spines or spikes but grows unusually and has thick, broad leaves that grow vines and shoots.

Members of the genus Cereus are generally shrubby or tree-like columnar cacti with 4 to 10 well-defined ribs lined with rows of large areoles armed with several stout spines. Flowers are large, funnel-shaped, usually white, sometimes pink, purple, and rarely cream, yellow or greenish.

These cacti have tall, columnar stems covered in sharp spines and noticeable ridges. They also produce large flowers. Some popular types of Cereus cacti include Cereus peruvianus, Cereus spiralis, and Cereus hexagonus. Originally from South America, Cereus cacti are commonly grown as indoor plants.

Cereus, genus of about 30 species of large columnar cacti native to South America. The name cereus is also applied to a number of other cacti with elongated bodies. Learn more about the physical characteristics of members of the genus Cereus …

2022年8月27日 · Night blooming cereus are cacti with flowers that open and are fragrant at night. Learn how to grow 10 popular types from your home or garden.

2023年8月15日 · The Cereus Cactus is a popular night-blooming species of plant. According to the Royal Botanical Gardens, there were once 33 recognized species, but as of December 2021, there are only 25. Keep reading as we look at the different varieties to learn about their different traits and see which ones make good house plants.

2022年1月1日 · We have an article packed with some exciting things about the Cereus genus and how to care for your desert queens for all our cacti fans. Yes, the Cereus is not only one plant. You can find up to 30 different species in the Cactaceae family.

The stereotypic Cereus is a large, tree-like columnar plant with 4 to 10 well-defined ribs, large areoles, and moderate, stout spines. The flowers are large and white with floral tubes that are smooth or have smooth scales; they are nocturnal and fragrant.

Cereus repandus, commonly known as the Peruvian Apple Cactus or Night-Blooming Cereus, is a tall, columnar cactus admired for its striking architectural form, large flowers, and edible fruit. This fast-growing cactus is both ornamental and functional, making it popular in gardens and landscapes, especially in arid and semi-arid regions.