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Created page with "{{Taxobox | name = Arthrocereus glaziovii | image = Arthrocereus glaziovii.jpg | kingdom = Plantae | family = Cactaceae | subfamily = Cactoideae | tribe = Cereeae | genus = Arthrocereus | species = '''Arthrocereus glaziovii''' | notes = Taxonomy follows Joël Lodé (2015–2019). }} == Description == '''Arthrocereus glaziovii''' is a slender, columnar cactus species native to Brazil. Plants are typically branching from the base, forming clumps of thi..." |
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| subfamily = [[Cactoideae]] | | subfamily = [[Cactoideae]] | ||
| tribe = [[Cereeae]] | | tribe = [[Cereeae]] | ||
| subtribe = [[Trichocereinae]] | |||
| genus = [[Arthrocereus]] | | genus = [[Arthrocereus]] | ||
| species = '''Arthrocereus glaziovii''' | | species = '''Arthrocereus glaziovii''' | ||
| notes = Taxonomy follows Joël Lodé ( | | notes = Taxonomy follows Joël Lodé (2015). | ||
}} | }} | ||
== Description == | == Description == | ||
'''Arthrocereus glaziovii''' is a slender, columnar cactus species native to Brazil. Plants are | '''Arthrocereus glaziovii''' is a slender, columnar cactus species native to Brazil. Plants are usually solitary or weakly branching from the base, forming small clumps with age. | ||
Stems are cylindrical, green to bluish-green, with | Stems are cylindrical, green to bluish-green, relatively thin, with low and inconspicuous ribs. Areoles are small and closely spaced, bearing numerous fine, bristle-like radial spines. Central spines are usually absent or very reduced. | ||
Flowers are nocturnal, tubular to funnel-shaped, | Flowers are nocturnal, subapical, and tubular to funnel-shaped, typically white to pale pink. The floral tube is elongated and bears scales with hairs and bristles. Fruits are spherical, indehiscent, and retain dried floral remains. | ||
== Distribution == | == Distribution == | ||
* Brazil – | * Brazil – Minas Gerais, Mato Grosso | ||
Occurs in rocky habitats, often on | Occurs in dry savannas and rocky habitats, often on well-drained, mineral-rich soils, including ferruginous substrates. Typically found at elevations between 450 and 1500 m. | ||
== Taxonomy == | == Taxonomy == | ||
According to '''Joël Lodé''', this species is placed in the genus [[Arthrocereus]]. | According to '''Joël Lodé''', this species is placed in the genus [[Arthrocereus]]. | ||
Following a proposal by N. Taylor, '''Arthrocereus glaziovii''' was designated as the neotype of the genus to stabilize its taxonomic application. | |||
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* [[Arthrocereus glaziovii]] | * [[Arthrocereus glaziovii]] | ||
* [[Arthrocereus melanurus]] | * [[Arthrocereus melanurus]] | ||
* [[Arthrocereus melanurus subsp. magnus]] | |||
* [[Arthrocereus melanurus subsp. estevesii]] | |||
* [[Arthrocereus rondonianus]] | * [[Arthrocereus rondonianus]] | ||
* [[Arthrocereus spinosissimus]] | * [[Arthrocereus spinosissimus]] | ||
== Synonyms == | == Synonyms == | ||
The following | The following name has been historically applied to this species: | ||
* ''[[Cereus glaziovii]]'' | * ''[[Cereus glaziovii]]'' | ||
== Notes == | == Notes == | ||
* | * Serves as the nomenclatural type (neotype) of the genus [[Arthrocereus]]. | ||
* | * Differs from related genera such as [[Echinopsis]] by its slender habit and indehiscent fruits. | ||
* | * Adapted to nutrient-poor, rocky environments typical of Brazilian savannas. | ||
== Cultivation == | == Cultivation == | ||
This species | This species requires careful cultivation: | ||
* | * very well-draining mineral substrate | ||
* | * bright light, but protection from extreme midday heat | ||
* moderate watering during growth | * moderate watering during active growth | ||
* keep dry in winter | * keep dry in winter; sensitive to excess moisture | ||
[[Category:Cactaceae species]] | [[Category:Cactaceae species]] | ||
[[Category:Flora of Brazil]] | [[Category:Flora of Brazil]] | ||
[[Category:Cereeae]] | [[Category:Cereeae]] | ||
[[Category:Trichocereinae]] | |||
Latest revision as of 16:46, 11 April 2026
| Arthrocereus glaziovii | |
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| File:Arthrocereus glaziovii.jpg | |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Family | Cactaceae |
| Subfamily | Cactoideae |
| Tribe | Cereeae |
| SubTribe | Trichocereinae |
| Genus | Arthrocereus |
| Species | Arthrocereus glaziovii |
| Notes | Taxonomy follows Joël Lodé (2015). |
Description
Arthrocereus glaziovii is a slender, columnar cactus species native to Brazil. Plants are usually solitary or weakly branching from the base, forming small clumps with age.
Stems are cylindrical, green to bluish-green, relatively thin, with low and inconspicuous ribs. Areoles are small and closely spaced, bearing numerous fine, bristle-like radial spines. Central spines are usually absent or very reduced.
Flowers are nocturnal, subapical, and tubular to funnel-shaped, typically white to pale pink. The floral tube is elongated and bears scales with hairs and bristles. Fruits are spherical, indehiscent, and retain dried floral remains.
Distribution
- Brazil – Minas Gerais, Mato Grosso
Occurs in dry savannas and rocky habitats, often on well-drained, mineral-rich soils, including ferruginous substrates. Typically found at elevations between 450 and 1500 m.
Taxonomy
According to Joël Lodé, this species is placed in the genus Arthrocereus.
Following a proposal by N. Taylor, Arthrocereus glaziovii was designated as the neotype of the genus to stabilize its taxonomic application.
📚 Taxonomy note: Taxonomic placement follows the system of Joël Lodé (2015–2019).
Species within the genus
- Arthrocereus glaziovii
- Arthrocereus melanurus
- Arthrocereus melanurus subsp. magnus
- Arthrocereus melanurus subsp. estevesii
- Arthrocereus rondonianus
- Arthrocereus spinosissimus
Synonyms
The following name has been historically applied to this species:
Notes
- Serves as the nomenclatural type (neotype) of the genus Arthrocereus.
- Differs from related genera such as Echinopsis by its slender habit and indehiscent fruits.
- Adapted to nutrient-poor, rocky environments typical of Brazilian savannas.
Cultivation
This species requires careful cultivation:
- very well-draining mineral substrate
- bright light, but protection from extreme midday heat
- moderate watering during active growth
- keep dry in winter; sensitive to excess moisture
