They are actually without leaves, but are basically long flimsy two ribbed cactus stems growing ones segment at a time. The disocactus ackermannii grows in a fernlike manner, arching toward the ground. See more ideas about flower art, floral motif and watercolor flowers. Actually, i find it quite daring to determine your plant as. Jul 4, 2015 disocactus ackermannii red orchid cactus is an attractive epiphytic cactus with with green or reddish stems. Disocactus ackermannii red orchid cactus orchid cactus. The mother plant had grown so big and last year the stems were damaged eaten by snails and slugs. Certain species of disocactus have persisted cultivation for over 100 years and have been passed down by aunts and grandmothers for generations.
They are actually without leaves, but are basically long flimsy two ribbed cactus. Disocactus phyllanthoides, nopalxochia phyllanthoides. Epiphyllum ackermanni, nopalxochia ackermanni, phyllocactus weingartii, phyllocactus ackermanni, cactus ackermannii, cereus ackermanni. The results can also be downloaded as a csv file unicode utf8 encoding. It is a rainforest species that grows on trees as an epiphyte or occasionally on rocks as a lithophytic plant. If plant size is not mentioned, available big plants will be shipped. Phylogenetic reconstruction was carried out with data from dna sequences using the maximum parsimony and bayesian inference criteria to explore the monophyly of the genus, its subgenera and its position. Download this disocactus ackermannii large red cactus flower closeup photo now. The seeds are sown in mineralbased cat litter no clumping litter or perlite germ free. To view a chart comparing alternate taxonomy click here. Red orchid cactus epiphyllum ackermannii the famed red orchid cactus with large, gaping, orangered blossoms which open both night and day. It is perhaps the most commonly grown orchid cactus and seems to survive and flower under most conditions.
It is a very delightful epiphytic perennial cactus, that forms clumps about 30 cm high with a 60100 cm spread. Request pdf molecular phylogeny and taxonomy of the genus disocactus. Jul 3, 2017 disocactus ackermannii red orchid cactus is an attractive epiphytic cactus with with green or reddish stems. Disocactus is a genus consisting of mainly epiphytic, though sometimes lithophytic, species that grow in tropical jungles rather than deserts. Bears orange red yellow, tubular single flowers in spring. Epiphyllum ackermannii, cactus ackermanii, cereus ackermanii, phyllocactus ackermannii, nopalxochia ackermanii. Cactaceae pond lily cactus, deutsche kaiserin, origin. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting.
Disocactus x hybridus ackermannii epiphyllum orchid. Disocactus ackermannii wikispecies, free species directory. Disocactus x hybridus ackermann epiphyllum ackermannii pot. Once this has finished growing, future cactus segments will begin as plump sections which will mature into flat segments up to 30 inches 75 cm long each. See status, confidence level, source for definitions. The stems of disocactus ackermannii consist of a short rounded base, about 1018 cm 47 in long, followed by longer flattened leaflike portions, 1075 cm 430 in long and 57 cm 23 in wide with wavy edges. It grows well in light shade and is suitable for hanging basket. A free pdf archive of this work is available and may be downloaded at cactus. The university of minnesota is an equal opportunity educator and employer.
Disocactus ackermannii red orchid cactus with images orchid. Disocactus species, orchid cactus, strap cactus disocactus. In cultivation, it has been confused with disocactus. The systematic significance of floral morphology, nectaries, and. Disocactus ackermannii on wikimedia commons disocactus ackermannii on disocactus ackermannii description by thomas h. The plant branches from the base and arches downwards, being altogether some 1 m 3 ft long. Buy disocactus ackermannii plant online at nurserylive.
Nov 06, 2002 disocactus species, orchid cactus, strap cactus disocactus ackermannii by ulfeliasson nov 6, 2002 10. Disocactus are epiphyte cacti and their leafy appearance gives them the appearance as a sort of broad leaf cactus plant. Molecular phylogeny and taxonomy of the genus disocactus. Disocactus x hybridus ackermannii is a slowgrowing, multistemmed plant with an established root system. Pseudorhipsalis amazonica, disocactus amazonicus, wittiocactus amazonicus purple rhipsalis. Media in category disocactus ackermannii the following 3 files are in this category, out of 3 total. Online guide to the positive identification of members of. With the majority of species occurring in central america and southern mexico, however some extend into northern south america and even onto the caribbean islands. Oct 18, 2015 this large red disocactus ackermannii is one of the very first orchid cacti that we have. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Request pdf molecular phylogeny and taxonomy of the genus disocactus cactaceae, based on the dna sequences of six chloroplast markers the genus disocactus is native to mexico and central.
Its a heavy bloomer and easily flowered plant that has the very appropriate and descriptive popular name, the red orchid cactus for many years this species has aroused much controversy among horticulturists and botanists alike and it was assigned to the genus. Acheter disocactus x hybridus ackermann epiphyllum ackermannii pot 8 cm. Grow dry with cool nights from november until buds appear for the best show. Ralf bauer is an accepted name this name is the accepted name of a species in the genus disocactus family cactaceae. However it is the hybrids that are sought after, larger flowers being the main attraction. Orchid cactus disocactus ackermannii kiyanti2008s weblog. The stems of disocactus ackermannii consist of a short rounded base, about 1018 cm 47 in long, followed by longer flattened leaflike portions, 1075 cm 430 in long and 57 cm.
Pseudorhipsalis ramulosa also known as red mistletoe cactus is a graceful shrubby epiphyte succulent freely branching basally with completely pendant flat reddish tapeworm stems and. It should be written as epiphyllum coopermanii and is a hybrid of of e. Stems begin as round bases that grow to 7 inches 18 cm long. All epiphyllum are fully rooted plants, not cuttings. D i am so happy to see my epiphyllum ackermannii orchid cactus also called disocactus ackermannii in beautiful pillar box red flower today. Buy disocactus ackermannii plant from indias largest online plant nursery at best price. Apr 22, 2011 epiphyllum coopermanii is not a true species.
It should not be confused with discocactus, which is a different genus. Desert tropicals home page list of all the plants more in the cactaceae family tell your friends about this page. A free growing, compact stove shrub, with a bright green, healthy appearance. Crassula ovata the jade plant also recognised as the cash plant is a pretty wellliked houseplant. On may 15, 2005, zapyon from cologne, germany wrote. The results can also be downloaded as a csv file unicode utf8 encoding see status, confidence. The similarity of its branches to epiphyllum led to. This page was last edited on 27 october 2015, at 17. And search more of istocks library of royaltyfree stock.
It has a very complex taxonomic history and has been mistaken for disocactus ackermannii for a long time. My epiphyllum ackermannii orchid cactus disocactus. The plant grows into a spray formation with curved stems, and give the appearance of a cactus growing like a fern. To view publication details for this taxon and related synonyms click here. It is perhaps the most commonly grown orchid cactus and seems to survive and flower under most. It should not be confused with discocactus, which is a different genus species of disocactus grow in tropical regions either on trees as epiphytes or on rocks as lithophytes. Molecular phylogeny and taxonomy of the genus disocactus bioone.
All structured data from the file and property namespaces is available under the. How to grow epiphyllum cactus with pictures wikihow. Nopalxochia ackermannii red orchid cactus plant finder. The seeds are sown in mineralbased cat litter no clumping litter or perlite germ free in plasticpots. Jul 31, 2017 disocactus ackermannii is an epiphytic cactus from tropical forests in the states of veracruz and oaxaca, mexico. Disocactus ackermannii large red cactus flower closeup stock.
All structured data from the file and property namespaces is available under the creative commons cc0 license. Selected species of disocactus and related genera a. Especially, since the species has been used as parent to many epiphyllum hybrids. Epiphyllum ackermannii, cactus ackermanii, cereus ackermanii, phyllocactus ackermannii, nopalxochia ackermanii, phyllocactus weingartii, nopalxochia conzattianum. Files are available under licenses specified on their description page. Disocactus phyllanthoides, nopalxochia phyllanthoides, phyllocactus phyllanthoides family. Disocactus is a genus of epiphytic cacti in the tribe hylocereeae found in central america, the caribbean and northern south america. Des livres sont telechargeable en format pdf sur le cf dans. Disocactus ackermannii online guide to the positive. Actually, i find it quite daring to determine your plant as disocactus ackermannii based on information on the internet. During the years i had planted few stems and these are from one of the cuttings that now has been mature and it is bearing many blooms. Apr 01, 2016 the genus disocactus is native to mexico and central america and includes 11 species in four subgenera. Indoor red flower plant disocactus ackermannii youtube. With the majority of species occurring in central america and.
We are updating disocactus ackermannii plant information frequently. Media in category disocactus the following 2 files are in this category, out of 2 total. For businessonly pricing, quantity discounts and free. The scarlet flowers have greenish throats and are funnel shaped. Epiphyllum hybrid ackermannii hybridus has a medium bloom with vibrant orangered,flat and triangular growth,a strong grower and an excellent bloomer, been around a long time so a very stable grower,few if any setbacks after blooming. Cactoideae species 1 opuntia cochenillifera 2 cephalocereus senilis 3 carnegiea gigantea 4 mammillaria longimamma 5 rhipsalis paradoxa 6 ferocactus hamatacanthus 7 echinopsis. Disocactus ackermannii plant plantslive buy plants. A free pdf archive of this work is available and may be downloaded at. It produces red flowers that are sweetly scented throughout the flowering period.
Epiphyllum hybrid ackermannii hybridus has a medium bloom with vibrant orangered,flat and triangular growth,a strong grower and an excellent. This is one of the original varieties from which many hybrids have been made. Your use of this pdf, the bioone complete website, and all posted and. Disocactus phyllanthoides nopalxochia phyllanthoides one of the most attractive epiphytic cactus is disocactus phyllanthoides is originally from south america and mexico and is is an epiphytic cactus. They may begin to grow as rounded or four sided stems, but become flat as they reach away from the base. Full size picture of orchid cactus, strap cactus disocactus. Disocactus ackermannii is an epiphytic cactus from tropical forests in the states of veracruz and oaxaca, mexico. Disocactus ackermannii branches out from the base with more and more long flattened stems. Download cactus culture for amateurs pdf file size.
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